Just as Lily was about to confront Cici, the doors of the operation theater swung open.
Everyone immediately turned, their hearts pounding with anticipation.
A doctor stepped out, his expression grim. His eyes scanned the group before settling on Ryder.
Ryder was the first to move, stepping forward with a sense of urgency.
"Doctor, how is she?" His voice was rough, almost desperate.
The doctor sighed, removing his surgical mask.
"The surgery was successful," he started, but the momentary relief that washed over them was short-lived as he continued. "However... there's been some complications."
Everyone stiffened.
"What complications?" Grandpa asked, his voice thick with worry.
The doctor hesitated before finally speaking.
"Silver suffered a significant head injury, and while we were able to stabilize her, there is a high possibility that she might experience memory loss."
The room fell silent.
Shock rippled through the family like a cold wave.
