Andy wiped the sweat from his brow and took a deep breath. The operation had been a long and difficult one, but it was finally over after spending almost half of a day in the operating theatre.

He removed his gloves and nose mask and dumped it in the recycling bin near the door. As usual, a nurse helped him removed his gown, feeling a sense of relief wash over him. As he left the operating room, the fluorescent lights seemed harsh and blinding after the dim operating theatre.

As he made his way through the hospital corridors, Andy turned to his assistant who was on his trail. "Well, that...