Jim's laughter echoed in the consulting room, as if he deeply felt the upcoming adventure and challenge. He turned to Leo and said, "So Leo! You better get well soon, don't even think about missing the first mission!" With that, he excitedly patted Leo's shoulder, completely unaware of his own strength.
Leo immediately showed a pained expression, and this sudden scene alarmed everyone present. Emily quickly reached out to Jim, trying to stop his rough behavior, while giving him a stern warning with her eyes. Even Sarah, who is usually calm, expressed some impatience in her voice, showing her dissatisfaction with Jim's actions.
Jim realized his mistake, awkwardly smiled, shrugged, and seemed to want to express his apology and unintentional fault in this way. His smile carried a hint of playfulness, but also revealed his deep friendship and concern for Leo. Although his approach seemed clumsy, his intention was to see Leo recover soon and fight alongside them again.
Just as the atmosphere in the consulting room became relaxed, with laughter and banter filling the air, Douglas suddenly walked in with a clear look of impatience on his face. He firmly said, "Alright, alright! This is not a restaurant or anything. After you're done, hurry up and leave. Don't bring anything from here, or else you'll end up infecting Leo with your germs!" His voice was filled with a sense of responsibility, while also conveying strict requirements for Leo's recovery environment.
Douglas was speaking while making shooing gestures with both hands, his uncompromising attitude instantly quieted the once lively consulting room. Jim, Emily, and Sarah looked at each other, somewhat unwillingly, but in the face of Douglas's unquestionable attitude, they had no choice but to comply.
Pushed forcefully by Douglas, the three eventually left the consulting room in resignation. Although they were unhappy with this sudden shooing, they knew that Douglas's actions were for Leo's health. After all, in this environment requiring strict disinfection and cleanliness, any external bacteria could pose a threat to Leo's recovery.
Douglas's actions, although seemingly rough, also reflect his sense of responsibility as a doctor and his concern for the health of his patients. As for Leo, despite feeling reluctant to see his comrades leave, he also understands the good intentions behind it, and is deeply grateful for Douglas's professionalism and care.
As the door to the consulting room closed, Leo could hear Douglas and Jim arguing loudly outside. From bits of their conversation, Leo could sense that they still wanted to come into the consulting room, perhaps feeling unhappy about being abruptly driven away, or having more care and words to express to him. However, Douglas insisted on his principles, saying that they should wait until Leo could get out of bed and walk around, to ensure the cleanliness of the ward and Leo's health.
The outside noise was bustling, but Leo's body felt an unprecedented exhaustion. The emotional ups and downs of the day, coupled with the recovery process of his body, were a huge burden for him. His eyelids grew heavier and heavier, although he still wanted to hear what the argument outside was all about, or to exchange a few words with his comrades, but the fatigue in his body made him unable to resist the temptation of sleep.
Finally, as all the exhaustion and the noise outside gradually became blurred, Leo slowly fell into a deep sleep. In this quiet and lonely space, he was able to briefly set aside all burdens and worries, allowing his body and mind to get the necessary rest and recovery. In this process, even though he lay alone in the consulting room, he knew that the voices of argument and concern outside were his strongest support, the source of warmth and strength that allowed him to feel it even in his dreams.
With each passing day, Leo's road to recovery gradually shifted from a difficult beginning to a positive rehabilitation. Initially, simply sitting up in bed left him feeling immensely fatigued, and every attempt to stand made his legs feel powerless, unable to support his body weight. However, he did not give up, persevering in daily training under the guidance of Douglas and other professional rehabilitation physicians, striving to overcome these challenges.
The next day, Leo found himself able to walk a few steps in the consulting room, albeit unsteadily, relying on a cane or the wall for support. This was a significant improvement for him. He began learning to rebalance his body, gradually mastering how to shift his weight from one foot to the other without losing balance and falling. These basic movements, though seemingly insignificant to an able-bodied person, were major victories for Leo in his rehabilitation journey.
During the rehabilitation process, Leo experienced countless falls and getting back up again. Each challenge made his willpower stronger. In addition to physical training, he also needed various muscle strengthening and flexibility training, as well as specific physical therapy to accelerate wound healing. This process was filled with sweat and tears, but Leo never once thought of giving up.
Leo faced the rehabilitation process with determination and courage, knowing deeply that this was the necessary path to recovery. Whenever he felt pain or fatigue, he would think of the encouragement and support from his comrades, as well as his desire to stand by their side again. This motivation drove him to constantly push his limits and gradually recover.
As time passed, Leo's physical condition improved, and he became more proficient in controlling his body. Although the road ahead was still long, every small progress gave him hope and filled him with anticipation for the future. Throughout this challenging rehabilitation process, Leo not only regained his physical strength but also honed his willpower and determination, making him a stronger warrior.
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