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“However, the CT scan and the subsequent MRI revealed something concerning.” He turns a page. “We found evidence of a rare neurological conduction. The rapid onset suggests an aggressive form. Based on the progression we’re seeing in your brain tissue, particularly in the cerebral cortex and brainstem…”
The doctor continues speaking, but his words begin to lose their edges, slurring together into medical terminology that floats around Nam-gyu like falling snow. Strange, how the most important words of his life sound like they’re being spoken underwater, directed at someone else.
“...approximately three weeks, given the current rate of deterioration.”
Nam-gyu blinks. The doctor is looking at him expectantly, waiting for some sort of reaction to what he’s just said. Three weeks. The words finally penetrate through the fog.
“Three weeks until what?” Nam-gyu asks, though he already knows the answer.
The doctor’s expression softens slightly—professional sympathy, carefully measured.
“Until the condition reaches its terminal stage. I’m very sorry, Mr. Jang.”
Last Holiday (2006) inspired AU