Julian burst into the room, his eyes scanning the space until they landed on Astrid, surrounded by doctors.
But what caught his attention was the faint red mark around her neck. His face twisted in shock, Julian rushed toward her bed, causing the doctors to recoil in unison.
"What happened to her?" Julian demanded, his voice laced with urgency as his hands gently traced the marks on Astrid's neck. The doctors exchanged nervous glances.
For the first time, Astrid pulled Julian into a tight embrace, tears clouding her eyes.
"Don't leave me again," She whispered, her voice trembling as tears trickled down her face.
The doctors, sensing the emotional intensity, decided it was best to exit.
"Well, uh, give you some privacy," one of them stammered.
Julian's gaze never left Astrid's face. "I asked a fucking question!" he yelled, noticing the doctors' retreat.
