Ariel's footsteps echoed softly in the hospital corridor as she made her way to Chase's room, her heart filled with a mix of emotions. It had been a week since she started her residency at Brooklyn Hospital, and despite the chaos of her new role, she always made time for Chase.
As she entered his room, she was met with a familiar sight - Chase's motionless form, surrounded by the beeping of machines and the sterile smell of the ICU. But today, she wasn't alone. Lisa, Chase's mother, sat beside him, her voice soft and gentle as she spoke to her son.
Ariel's eyes met Lisa's, and they exchanged a warm smile. Lisa's eyes were red-rimmed, a testament to the sleepless nights and worry that had become her norm. Ariel's heart went out to her, understanding the pain and fear that came with watchi
