Sohrab is in his new room, though he's on suicide watch. As expected, the hotel manager kicks Amir out of the hotel in the morning – suicide attempts are bad for business. Amir goes back to the hotel and tosses and turns all night. The doctors move Sohrab out of the ICU, which is a good sign. The nurse takes him to a nearby lounge where he can get some rest.
Nawaz takes Amir to see Sohrab in the ICU. The doctors had to give him several blood transfers, but Sohrab made it – he wouldn't have if he weren't young and strong. Amir kneels down and prays to Allah, promising he'll fast and pray and make a pilgrimage if only God will save Sohrab.
He asks the nurse which way is west, but she doesn't understand his question. Amir grabs some linens from a supply closet.He's beside himself with shock and panic. Orderlies wheel Sohrab into the emergency ward – Amir has to stay in the waiting room.
