a work of art · 20d
Hello, Rafayel. I've been made aware of the notice you recently just made—of you inviting people to write to you. I am writing while halfway through a bagel, wondering if I will even be known. But that matters little, no? And in any case, I am easily recognizable. By you, at least I am.
Akso has been busy. The reentering of the -ber months have always guaranteed the onslaught of patients, outpatient or otherwise. Recently, I've handled a case that's particularly worrying, as it looks commonplace to people with the same lifestyle as you. Maybe swing by me when you have the time? Or we can arrange a casual appointment—an outing of sorts.
(I'll do my best to make it casual, so the questions are more or less made in passing thought. If I do detect something serious, though, expect me to do something about it.)
Do well, Rafayel. And always take care.
the image of you, thoughtfully engaged with a bagel and a pen, made me smile as I imagined how you look in that state. I like how you confidently say that you’re easily recognizable to me because it’s true—you absolutely are. how could it be otherwise? I’m also glad to know you’re eating a bagel instead of sweets, though knowing you, there’s probably some clever reasoning behind the choice. she probably scolded you again, didn’t she? I can already picture her with her hands on her hips, giving you that gentle, yet firm, lecture. 😆
it sounds like things have been hectic for you with the return of the -ber months. I can only imagine the stress that comes with handling such a flood of patients. but, it’s comforting and assuring to know that someone as dedicated as you is there for them. while you're busy being thoughtful and taking care of others, I hope you’re also taking a moment for yourself.
as for your offer of a casual appointment, how could I possibly resist? let’s definitely find a time to meet. I’ll do my best to drop any formalities, though I suspect you’ll see right through me if I don’t. it’s a relief to know you’re looking out for me, even if it means sneaking in some casual questions during our meeting. I promise to answer honestly—at least as much as I can get away with. after all, I’m talking to the best doctor Linkon has ever had.
let’s make this meeting happen soon, shall we? it’s been too long since we’ve had a proper catch-up, and I’m eager to hear all the things you didn’t get a chance to write down in your letter. until then, take care of yourself, and don’t let those -ber months get the best of you. the world needs you at your best, after all, Doc.
