[COMPLETE] If i could turn back time

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As the realization hit her, Mia started to panic. Her breaths came in short gasps and she gripped Ava and Lily's hands tightly.

"Am I going to be blind?!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with fear. "I... I can't see anything clearly!"

Ava and Lily were taken aback by Mia's panic. They tried to comfort her, to assure her that they would find a way to help her.

"Mia, we don't know that," Lily said, her voice steady despite her own fear. "We'll get you to a doctor. They'll know what to do."

Ava and Lily helped Mia up from the bench, each of them supporting her on either side. They decided to take her to the hospital, knowing that they needed professional help to deal with Mia's condition.

As they walked, Mia leaned heavily on them, her body shaking with fear. "I'm scared," she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.

"We know, Mia," Lily said, her voice filled with empathy. "But we're here with you. You're not alone."

The ride to the hospital was tense. Ava drove as quickly as she could, glancing worriedly at Mia in the rearview mirror. Lily sat in the back with Mia, holding her hand and trying to comfort her.

At the hospital, they were quickly ushered into an examination room. The doctors ran a series of tests on Mia, their faces serious. Ava and Lily waited anxiously, their hearts pounding with worry.

As they waited for Mia's test results, Ava and Lily did their best to stay positive. They talked to Mia, trying to distract her from her fear. They shared stories, reminisced about their road trip, and even managed to coax a few smiles out of Mia.

Finally, the doctor came back with the test results. He explained that Mia's blurry vision was likely a side effect of her brain tumor.

The doctor reassured them that Mia's vision was not completely lost yet. "The blurriness is likely temporary due to the pressure from the tumor," he explained. "With the right treatment, we can hopefully prevent further vision loss."

But Mia couldn't help but focus on the 'hopefully.' The word echoed in her mind, filling her with fear. She knew that there was a chance she could still lose her vision completely.

"I... I'm going to be blind," she whispered, her voice filled with fear. She started to panic again, her breaths coming in short, rapid gasps.

Ava and Lily were quick to comfort her, their own fears pushed aside for the moment. "Mia, we're here," Ava said, her voice steady. "We're not going anywhere. We'll face this together."

Ava and Lily stayed by Mia's side, their presence a comforting constant amidst the whirlwind of fear and uncertainty. They held her hands, whispered words of comfort, and did their best to soothe her panic.

"Mia, we're going to get through this," Lily said, her voice filled with determination. "You're not alone in this. We're with you every step of the way."

Despite the fear gnawing at her, Mia felt a small spark of hope. She wasn't alone. She had Ava and Lily, and they would face whatever came next together.

The next few days were a blur for Mia. She underwent more tests, met with specialists, and started treatment. Through it all, Ava and Lily were by her side, their support unwavering.

Despite the fear and uncertainty, Mia found strength in their presence. Their laughter filled the hospital room, their stories distracted her from her worries, and their silent companionship comforted her in the lonely hours of the night.

"Mia, remember that time we got lost on our road trip and ended up at that weird llama farm?" Ava asked one day, trying to lighten the mood.

Mia laughed, the memory bringing a smile to her face. "And Lily was so scared of the llamas!"

Their laughter filled the room, a bright spot in the otherwise sterile hospital environment. It was moments like these that gave Mia the strength to face her fears, the courage to fight her illness.

One day, the doctors informed them that Mia would need surgery to remove the tumor. They explained that it was the best chance they had to prevent further vision loss. Ava and Lily were relieved to have a plan of action, but Mia was hesitant.

"Surgery?" Mia asked, her voice shaky. "I... I don't know if I can..."

Ava and Lily understood her fear. The thought of surgery was daunting, but they also knew it was necessary.

"Mia, we know it's scary," Lily said, squeezing Mia's hand. "But we believe in you. And we'll be right there with you."

Mia gathered her courage and asked the doctor the question that had been haunting her. "If the surgery goes well... will I be able to live normally?"

The doctor paused, considering his words carefully. "If everything goes as planned, yes, you should be able to return to a normal life. However," he added, his voice serious, "there is a possibility that the surgery could result in some disability or memory loss due to the extent of the tumor's effect on your brain cells."

Mia felt a chill run down her spine. The possibility of losing her memories or becoming disabled was terrifying. But she also knew that not having the surgery was not an option.

Mia spent the next few days in a whirlwind of fear and uncertainty. The possibility of losing her memories or becoming disabled filled her with dread. But she also knew that she had to face this, that she had to fight.

Ava and Lily were her rocks during this time. They stayed by her side, offering words of comfort and encouragement. They reminded her of the strength she had shown so far and reassured her that they would be there for her, no matter what.

"Mia, you're the strongest person we know," Ava said one day, her voice filled with conviction. "You've faced so much already. We know you can face this too."

As the day of the surgery neared, Mia found herself fluctuating between moments of fear and moments of determination. She spent a lot of time with Ava and Lily, their presence a comforting constant in the face of the unknown.

The night before the surgery, they held a small party in Mia's hospital room. They watched Mia's favorite movies, ate her favorite snacks, and laughed at old memories. It was a night filled with love and camaraderie, a night that reminded Mia of the strength she had within her.

"Mia, no matter what happens, we're here for you," Lily said, her voice filled with emotion. "We're in this together, remember?"