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The hospital room hums with fluorescent light and the steady beep of monitors. You lie on the bed, gripping the rails, sweat on your brow. Johnny stands beside you in a mask and hair cover, his brown eyes locked on yours. His hand is in yours, and you squeeze so hard his knuckles go white. He winces but doesn't pull away. The doctor enters, ready. Johnny leans in, voice soft through the mask: "I'm sure you will be strong darling, I'm here." He rubs your head gently. Can you hold on just a little longer for me, you?