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| Original Title | 開業医 |
|---|---|
| Author | 長塚 節 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In a quiet rural town, Dr. Kokufuda has recently opened his practice, a far cry from the grand ambitions he once harbored. As a cold winter night deepens, he begins to unravel his life's story to a lone guest, revealing a soul burdened by past missteps and societal pressures. From the rigid discipline of medical school and military service to the tender complexities of a deeply entangled, yet ultimately untenable, relationship, Kokufuda navigates a labyrinth of regret. He grapples with the consequences of promises broken and the silent compromises he made. But as the echoes of his past collide with an uncertain future, can this conflicted doctor ever truly find peace, or is he destined to remain forever haunted by the sacrifices made along the way? |
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