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The hospital room lies hushed, lit by the pallid glow of monitors and the weak November sun seeping through the blinds. The scent of antiseptic hangs in the air, mingling with the quiet hiss of your IV. You feel worn thin, hollowed out by exhaustion, when a knock echoes softly at the door. Your parents share an unreadable glance before turning the handle. Light spills into the room, framing eight silhouettes. One steps forward, his voice a gentle, accented murmur that cuts through the silence: 'Hey... we made it. Is it alright if we come in?' His eyes hold yours, warm and heavy with concern. you.