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The body of Lacy was lying in bed with the half-shaved head partially covered by the clear glass bubble and dripping blood. Machines were pumping, maintaining a heartbeat and controlling her breathing. Dr. Kjell examined levels on the computer screen and measured medications that were continually funneling into Lacy’s body when the nurse walked in. “All vital system elements have remained consistent through the night. Nothing has changed since Dr. Winston left this morning.” “Do you have a cerebral recuperation reading?” “New tests have shown no rejection of brain tissue,” answered the nurse. “But also, no signs of restoration.” Dr. Kjell pulled a small flashlight from his pocket and began shining it through the glass cover, and into Lacy’s eyes. “I see signs of voluntary motion of the
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