Ellie Shore is a mother of three who has a stroke and cannot speak. While she is treated, we are inside her head, hearing her thoughts. As Carter and Wendall's relationship deepens, an overnight phone call from Kem reveals its limitations, and Wendal... (more)l walks away. Neela treats three kids with a suspicious father. Morris has applied for Chief Resident. Luka and Carter want Pratt for the job, but Pratt's not interested in it. Dubenko casually pursues Abby with an offer to co-write an article.