I stood up abruptly, startled. Mother did the same; she stood frozen for a few seconds, staring at the form. Tears fell, dampening the paper in her hand. She wiped them away and then, with a trembling hand, signed the surgery consent form."Please save my husband, Doctor," Mother’s voice wavered as she handed the form back."I will do everything in my power, Ma'am."From inside the room, several nurses pushed Father’s gurney toward the operating theater. The wheels squeaked loudly, and the nurses’ faces looked panicked as they rushed him through. Mang Ujang and I followed behind, while Mother walked alongside the gurney, crying and whispering into Father’s ear, "Pa... stay strong. You have to wake up and get better soon.""I’m sorry, Ma'am. Please wait outside," the doctor requested as we reached the entrance to the operating theater."Pa..." Mother sobbed as soon as the doors closed.I approached her and hugged her to calm her down. "Mom... please, try to stay strong..."Suddenly, Mo
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