The sterile scent of antiseptic clung to the air as Scarlet walked down the dimly lit hospital corridor, her footsteps soft against the polished floor. She glanced at the bouquet of flowers in her hand, their bright colors a sharp contrast to the gray walls surrounding her. It was ironic—flowers were supposed to symbolize life, health, beauty—everything her mother, Mrs. Scott, had lost over the years.Her mother’s condition had worsened. The hole in her heart had grown more dangerous, leaving her frail, her body unable to cope with the stress of everyday life. And now, Scarlet’s visits to the hospital had become more frequent, more necessary, but always weighed down with guilt.Noemi and Daniel walked silently beside her. They’d come with her every time, as they always did, offering silent support. Noemi carried a small bag with treats, even though they all knew Mrs. Scott could barely eat much anymore. And Daniel, ever the protector, had an unreadable expression on his face, the musc
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