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THE LAST LOOK IN THE MIRROR I

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THE LAST LOOK IN THE MIRROR

**GABE’S POV**

“Before coming here, I stopped by the hospital,” Aneliese sighed. “Rowan’s still in the ICU. His chances of survival are slim—mortality rates for cases like his are between 85% and 99%. The doctor called him an ‘immediate survivor,’ meaning he made it to the hospital alive, unlike most who die instantly. They said he only survived because the bullet didn’t cross both cerebral hemispheres. The .22 caliber caused less massive damage, and he got quick treatment. But if he survives, he’ll have permanent damage.”

“What kind?” I asked.

“The doctor doesn’t know yet; they’re still waiting on test results. Possible outcomes include hemiplegia or tetraplegia, loss of speech, epilepsy, dementia, or cognitive decline. They haven’t ruled out hearing loss, and they’re checking if the shot damaged the occipital lobes.”

“What’s that?” Jorel asked.

“The optic nerve, which could lead to blindness. Hearing loss is possible too, along with dysphagia, meaning he
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