A Dream That Ended Before It Even Began

Silence enveloped the hospital room like a heavy blanket, the sound of the television being drowned out by the tension caused by the revelation of Shang's injury. 

Kai sat beside Shang's bed, not knowing how to react. 

Shang's normally vibrant and cheeky eyes were clouded with concern. 

Kai knew all too well the gravity of an ACL injury. It wasn't just a setback; it was a blow that could ruin the very foundation of a basketball player's career. As he continued to observe Shang, he saw his past self—the one who was forced to stop playing basketball due to a physical injury. 

Fortunately for Shang, an ACL injury was reversible. However, time can only tell how the treatment will turn out.

"How long do you think it will take to recover?" Shang's voice broke the silence. 

The doctor hesitated for a moment before responding.