Dr. Ethan "Eli" Harris had always thrived in the chaos of the emergency room, where the unexpected was the norm and every second counted. He thrived in its pace, in the decision making, and in the lives he got to save. Little could shake him after so many years in the field, but he still sought to provide every patient the best possible care.

By 7:30 AM the very morning, Eli was at the hospital checking in with the night shift team. The handover was routine: a mix of minor injuries, a few critical cases, and the inevitable flow of patients that would fill the day. Eli was known for his ability to keep a cool head even when the ER was overflowing with patients. His colleagues always rejoiced to have him as their attending, and often joked that nothing could shake Dr. Harris.