Before the day faded into twilight, a sense of urgency flickered in Amelia's mind, pushing her toward a decision she had contemplated for far too long. The golden hues of the setting sun poured through her living room window, casting warm shadows around her as she sat on the edge of her sofa, her heart beating a rhythm of trepidation.
It was time for her follow-up check-up with Dr. Wen Liu, a visit Amelia had scheduled weeks ago but now seemed like a distant thought. Her husband, Kendrick, was out of the country on business, a barrage of meetings, emails and conference calls keeping him occupied, and his absence heightened her sense of isolation.