Chapter 65: Ready?
Kiara stepped into the sterile environment of the hospital, the smell of antiseptic and the muted sounds of footsteps and hushed voices swirling around her. She followed in Dr. Einstein's wake, his presence a beacon in the bustling hallway.
As they walked, Kiara kept her eyes focused on the floor, the doctor's warning ringing in her ears. If her scarred face was recognized, the consequences could be dire. Her cautious steps were a reflection of the gravity of their mission.
Dr. Einstein nodded and smiled at the people they passed, a familiar face in this foreign place.
The headtie was a cloak of disguise, a protection for her face as she walked, and Kiara clung to it like a talisman. Her left hand, like a gentle guard, rested protectively on the mask, knowing its removal would expose her to danger.