His lips were dry, and the weakness in his body was becoming more apparent rather than improving. She had hoped that after waking, he would gradually regain his strength, but his poor appetite and troubled state were beginning to worry her.
Before she could speak again, there was a knock at the door.
The doctor entered with a nurse following behind him, carrying a medical chart. He greeted them before approaching Ethan's bedside and checking the readings displayed on the monitor. He then examined Ethan briefly, asking a few questions about his sleep, appetite, and general condition.
Ethan answered in short phrases, showing little interest in the examination. When the doctor asked whether he had eaten breakfast, Miriam answered for him.
"He hasn't eaten anything. I've been trying, but he keeps refusing."
