The significance of her existence had dwindled into nothingness, and her impending death was but a minor detail.
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Liz simply nodded, her trembling hand reaching out to take the bracelets. Her voice was barely audible as she whispered, 'thank you,' her words muffled by the tears she fought to hold back.
The nurse gave her a solemn nod and returned to her duties. Liz stood there for a moment, grappling with the news.
Liz Liz clenched her teeth hard, biting down on her cheek to hold back the tears. The corners of her eyes stung, and her throat felt raw. She walked out of the hospital, determined not to break down, but as she reached the quiet parking lot, her emotions overwhelmed her.
Tears streamed down Liz's cheeks as she stared at the bracelets in her hand, her vision blurred by the cascade of emotions. They had fought so hard, but...
No matter how hard they fought, humans couldn't defy fate.
