After my little walk with Iris, I decided to check on Dad again. I took some food and fruit for him.
Upon reaching the clinic, I met Lydia by the door already. She had this fake smile on her face when she saw me.
"You brought that for your dad? Let me help you," she said, reaching to take what I brought.
I shook my head. "You don't have to worry about that. I'll take it to him."
She shrugged. "If that's what you want, then fine. Let's go."
She led the way to the room. Dad was all alone, with no one with him. When he saw the door open, he sat upright. His face lightened up when he saw me.
"You came back," he said as though he didn't expect me to.
"Yeah, I brought some fruit and food for you."
Dad had this appreciative smile. "Thanks. This is so lovely of you."
"Uhm, I'll be heading
