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Luyolo’s job is on the line, but an unwelcome gesture by a patient saves the day.

- NKOSAZANA NGWADLA

Trouble finds you when you least expect or need it. And oh, how it’s found Dr Luyolo (Karabo Maseko)! A patient rolled into the ER with severe injuries kickstarts a snowball effect heading straight for the doc. “A dangerous gangster named Lerumo (Anele Matoti) has been attacked and he’s critical, but Luyolo gets him stable,” says Karabo. But saving a life is going to cost the healer dearly when his patient flexes his muscles and “saves” Luyolo.

TOO FAR!

Like any patient, Lerumo is grateful to be alive. “He takes his gratitude too far, definitely further than what Luyolo is comfortable with! A previous patient was discharged a few weeks ago after being treated for a lung infection,” says Karabo. “The father was furious because his son fell ill shortly thereafter, and he threatened Luyolo’s career – and possibly life too.” Despite nearly dying himself, Lerumo feels that it’s his duty to protect the man who’s saved him and he tries to prove to Luyolo how grateful he is for saving his life.