The doctor quickly assessed Lopez's condition and administered a sedative to calm her down. Gradually, the medication took effect, and her panicked gasps subsided until she drifted into a peaceful sleep.

"Mr. Adrian."

The doctor's voice pulled him from his thoughts. He had been so lost in his own mind that he hadn't noticed the doctor walk onto the balcony.

"She's calm now and asleep. There's no cause for alarm."

"W-What... what was that?" Adrian asked, struggling to compose himself.

The doctor offered him a reassuring smile.

"It's not unusual. People who survive traumatic incidents often panic when they remember what happened or what led to it. She had a...