Behind Closed Doors

The doctor stepped out of the room with a clipboard tucked under his arm, his expression calm and professional. Chiara had been holding her fear inside her chest since her father opened his eyes.

“He’s stable,” the doctor said, adjusting his glasses. “Vitals are normal. Blood pressure is steady, pulse is strong. He’s dehydrated, but that’s expected. Plenty of fluids, rest, and minimal stress. No v