**Chapter One: A New Gig**
I find myself on the 7th floor of a cancer ward, peeling potatoes while Joe, the head chef, comments, "Aren't the views amazing?" Joe's got a few more years under his belt and a couple of mortgages to match. We seal a deal with a firm handshake, my commitment to him and the Lebanese owner, who watches our drink consumption like a hawk.
Gone are my days humping road cases; now, I'm a dish pig pushing rubbish bins, unpacking stock, managing deliveries, and occasionally slicing a tomato or peeling an orange between bouts with the dishwashing machine.
My daily routine takes me deeper into the hospital's labyrinthine corridors. Each whisper and every step intensifies the eerie sensation that I'm navigating through a maze of secrets.
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**Chapter Two: Hospital Mysteries**
As I head down to Level B2 for rubbish duty, the hospital's secrets start to seep through the pristine surface. The storeroom here is a stark contrast to the neatness on Level B6.
The elevator ride between levels feels like a rollercoaster, accelerating so fast it churns my stomach. It's a rhythm peculiar to the hospital.
One day, an Asian doctor, her voice muffled by a mask, instructs someone about patient referrals. Her words linger, sparking a whirlwind of questions.
Amidst the mysteries, a chilling thought creeps in: what if some patients don't leave alive? It's a shiver-inducing notion, and I've been here just two days. Joe seems to approve of my progress.
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**Chapter Three: The Enigmatic Hospital**
I continue to explore this enigmatic place, where danger signs warn me to keep doors shut. There's more to this hospital than meets the eye.
Inside an elevator unlike any other, I'm propelled into a vast chamber that triggers my investigative instincts. Confrontations with Joe and others escalate, pushing me deeper into the mystery.
As tensions rise, I uncover the truth behind the hospital's operations, revealing a web of secrets, consequences, and an unforgettable conclusion.
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**Chapter Four: The Persistent Leak**
My daily runs take me to the back end of the hospital. A persistent leak catches my attention, sparking suspicions about its true nature.
Is it merely a leak, or something more sinister? Shadows whisper secrets, and I'm determined to uncover the truth.
One day, Joe, in an uncharacteristic moment, reveals his commitment to this place. His avoidance of B2 and B6 levels makes me wonder if he's aware of the hospital's mysteries.
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**Chapter Five: Medical Whispers**
In the bustling hospital dining area, medical staff's conversations draw my attention. The room pulses with hope as they discuss advancements in cancer treatment.
Their dialogue paints a vivid picture of knowledge and innovation, dissecting breakthroughs that were once distant hopes but now pulse with life within these hospital walls.
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**Chapter Six: The Cafe Buzz**
I overhear bits of talk among doctors and nurses in the bustling hospital dining area. They're excited, discussing cancer treatment breakthroughs.
Their talk is all about cool medical stuff that's making a real difference. They also discuss ways to make patients more comfortable.
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**Chapter Seven: Life and Loss**
I'm busting my chops, working almost as hard as I did lugging heavy road cases. The trash run is my only escape for a nicotine hit.
Amidst doc conversations about high-tech treatments, reality hits hard. Not everyone makes it despite powerful drugs, radiation, and palliative care.
Shane, the storeman, unveils a grim truth, reminding me that medicine is a strange mix of hope and heartache.
And here I am, working my tail off for a measly 27 bucks an hour, getting my money's worth in more ways than one.