The Quiet Patient

The dimly lit hallway of Riverside Psychiatric Hospital echoed with the rhythmic click of Dr. Daniel Halloway's shoes against the cold, sterile floor. Outside, the evening fog settled in, wrapping the building in an eerie, impenetrable shroud. Daniel paused for a moment, glancing at his reflection in the window, sharp features softened by the faint light, eyes betraying a mix of exhaustion and curiosity.