As Clyde and the medical team prepared for the surgery, Dr. Guy continued to go out of his way to make the experience as comfortable as possible for Clyde. One of the ways he did this was by giving Clyde the option to choose a scent for his surgical mask.
"Clyde, I know that wearing a surgical mask can be uncomfortable, so I want to give you the option to choose a scent that you like," Dr. Guy said. "We have banana, birthday cake, chocolate, vanilla, or plain. Which one would you like?"
Clyde considered the options carefully, but his eyes lit up when he heard "birthday cake." It reminded him of the party that would happen after the surgery, and he smiled to himself at the thought.
"Birthday cake," he said, his voice confident and clear.
Dr. Guy nodded, pleased with Clyde's choice. He fitted the mask over Clyde's face, making sure it was comfortable and secure. Clyde inhaled deeply, taking in the sweet scent of birthday cake, and felt a sense of calm come over him.
