“Take a look here. If you experienced major leg damage in the past and allowed it to completely heal, then these test results would show abnormalities that are outside of a healthy individual’s normal range. But based on the in-depth X-rays taken of your bones, there’s no evidence of prior fractures that would necessitate the use of a wheelchair.”

After listening to the dean’s thorough explanation, the wave of agitation swelling within Holden slowly began to subside. However, his countenance remained deeply troubled.

After a lengthy silence, he simply uttered in a low tone, “I understand.”

He then turned on his heel and left the office without another word.

As he gazed at Holden’s retreating figure, the dean let out a weary sigh and a silent, heartfelt apology.

He had implored the staff to not divulge anything to Holden regarding his

G E L A ‘s L I B

no future for him today. This was

once more before briefly sending Devin a

today requesting a comprehensive check-up. He instructed us to

from

“Understood.”

memory had only led to even more dead ends.

moment of uncertainty, Holden

kind of man

and for all that he was not the man she had lost. And that their last fragile thread of connection, as delicate as

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