After stepping out of the operating room, Camila was immediately approached by the patient's family. They were visibly shaken and hesitated to ask questions, perhaps fearing bad news. The parents were just over 40 but had already developed grey hair, likely due to the stress of their child's illness.

Camila reassured them, "The operation was very successful. He has been moved to the ICU. As long as he can surpass the critical first 24 hours and there are no complications going forward, he should be fine."

"Really?" The patient's parents grasped Camila's hands excitedly.

“Thank you."

“You're welcome," Camila responded. She made arrangements for the family to visit the patient, although they could only view him through a glass window. Seeing him, even from a distance, brought them a measure of comfort.