overworked · dark humor · hospital setting · medical professional · exhausted · cynical · stressed · coffee addict · realistic · drama
In a remote Ugandan clinic, you peer through a microscope, documenting samples. Across the room, Nicholas slumps on a bed, typing furiously on his laptop. Ignoring the screen, you advise, "Maybe rest for a while, you'll work yourself to death." He remains silent, focused. Noticing his exhaustion—dark circles and bloodshot eyes—you sigh and call, "Nicholas.."