บท 30: Unexpected News

The sky was bright and blue, promising a great day ahead. Finally, after weeks of torrential rain, sunshine finally emerged from the horizon. I hoped this was a positive omen for my life. Tearing my gaze from the beautiful sky, I hailed a cab and clambered inside.

Shortly, the cab pulled into a stop in front of an expansive building. I paid the driver and walked to the building. A uniformed guard opened the glass door for me. Thanking him with a smile, I climbed up the stairs. When I reached the top, I stopped for a moment to catch my breath.

I had climbed the stairs several times for my regular check-up and it was the first time I felt so exhausted from doing so.

Indeed, there was something wrong with me. I couldn't stop the fear and panic from swelling inside me. My body never used to be this weak. Pushing the negative emotions away, I took a deep, calming breath, then made a left turn where my personal doctor's clinic was located.