Supportive Network : A Freewrite

In the antiseptic, fluorescent-lit surgical suite, John slumbered, encompassed by a troop of qualified surgeons and nurses. The outcome of his renovation swayed uncertainly as they toiled immaculately to extricate the severe fibroids that had troubled him for such a time. As John was unconscious of the transitory operating procedure, the exterior world was anything but mute.

In the waiting room, a tight-knit circle of people had gathered around John. His dearest friends, family, and members of his support network had all come to wait for updates on the success of his surgery. Time was moving slowly, and everyone was filled with tension as fear and hope clashed within them.

Among the company was Sarah, a long-time buddy of John's from when they were kids, who had been loyal to him since the instance he was diagnosed. She recalled the happy-go-lucky days of their childhood when they had giggled together, with no knowledge of the difficulties that the future held. Now, Sarah was resolute to stay with John during his darkest hour.