Darlene I busied myself with arranging some dental instruments in my clinic, making sure everything was ready for my next patient. Dr. Mark, a regular client and a friend, had arrived for his appointment, and as always, he brought his lively spirit with him. As he settled into the chair, Mark's sharp eyes noticed a car parked outside. "Is that Dr. Darren's car?" he asked, his curiosity evident. I glanced at the car through the window and nodded. "Yes, he's back from his medical mission," I replied, my tone tinged with relief. I knew how worried Marghie had been during his absence, and seeing her more relaxed now that he was home made me happy. Mark, however, didn't seem to share my enthusiasm. "Oh, he was with his girlfriend Lourdes in the medical mission," he mentioned casually. His

