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Chapter 52 Clear Sight

Author: Artemis Z.Y.
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**Mia's POV**

"Your vision is definitely improving," Dr. John said as he clicked off his penlight. "Though I have to say, you're recovering faster than expected."

I blinked away the afterimages from the examination. "Fast enough to go home?"

"Eager to escape?" He raised an eyebrow, making another note on my chart.

"I have materials I need from my room." I tried not to fidget. "And hospital lighting isn't exactly ideal for design work."

"Already thinking about work?" He gave me that knowing look doctors seem to perfect in medical school. "Why am I not surprised?"

" I managed my best innocent smile. "Please? I'll take it easy, I promise."

"Hmm." He studied my chart for what felt like ages. "Blood pressure is stable... vision improving... alright. But there are conditions."

"Anything."

"Minimal screen time. No driving - get a car service if you need to go somewhere. Sunglasses outside, no exceptions - your eyes will be sensitive for a while." He fixed me with a stern look. "And if you ex
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