In the room, it was silent.
A nurse carefully closed the bedroom door, carrying a medication tray, and quickly walked over to the doctors in the living room, whispering something to them. Several generals sitting on the other end of the living room stood up, anxiously watching the nurse who exited the bedroom, and only when they saw her turn and walk back into the bedroom did they exchange a heavy glance and slowly sit down.
By the makeshift desk, several gray-haired experts were discussing in low voices. Several X-ray films were being passed back and forth among them. From their furrowed brows and rapid speech, it was clear the situation was not optimistic.
