Secretary Dong leaned back against the headboard, his face brightening with a radiant smile that seemed to disperse all the gloom in the hospital room. He nodded gently, his eyes filled with relief and pride.
"It’s true," he said. "It feels like a dream even to me. When I first woke up, it felt like something was stuck in my throat. I couldn't speak clearly, and I was so anxious inside."
"But now, I feel strength in my body and my mind is clear. I was just thinking about trying to get out of bed, and I didn't expect to actually be able to stand."
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