“My Daughter Went Into Emergency Surgery — The Surgeon Pulled Me Aside and Warned Me to Flee the City”

the cause. There was significant internal bleeding, but we’ve managed to control it. She’ll be in recovery for several hours.”

Michael nodded, his face carefully neutral. “Can we see her when she’s out?”

“Not yet. I’ll update you as soon as she’s stable.” Dr. Patterson’s eyes lingered on Michael for a moment longer than felt normal, then shifted to me.continue reading …