“I did Everything you Told me To” A Novella by the Damned Scribe

Introduction:

This story explores the devastating impact of medical misinformation through the lens of a fictional narrative. It aims to provoke critical thinking and highlight the real-world consequences of believing in unproven treatments. The characters and events are fictional but are inspired by contemporary issues surrounding public health and misinformation. The intent is to provide a jarring wake-up call about the importance of relying on credible, evidence-based information.

Disclaimer:

The scenarios and characters in this story are fictional. The narrative is based on current scientific knowledge and aims to reflect the dangers of misinformation. For accurate and up-to-date medical information, please refer to reputable sources such as the CDC and WHO.

Detailed pencil drawing of Jim grabbing Cynthia's face, his expression a mixture of grief and anger as he says, 'I did everything you told me to.' Cynthia’s face shows shock and guilt. The background is a dimly lit driveway with an ambulance in the distance, lights flashing, and the edges fading to black.

"I did Everything you Told me To" Part Five of Five

PART 5 Text: “Hey hun, hope you’re doing alright. Just wanted to let you know, Mikey’s cough got a lot...

Detailed pencil drawing of a nurse, Cynthia, looking horrified while holding a blanket, with long, dirty hair and a dimly lit hospital waiting room background. The edges of the image fade to black, creating a dramatic vignette effect.

"I did Everything you Told me To" Part Four of Five

PART FOUR Emptiness. That’s me. I’m a shuffling ball of nothingness, void of feeling in my arms and legs....

Pencil drawing of an exhausted Nurse Cynthia taking a moment to breathe in the chaotic ER, with a background of vague outlines of a busy hospital.

"I did Everything you Told me To" Part Three of Five

PART 3 “Are you seeing this?” Sarah says from the other side of my phone’s receiver. “Holy shit,” I mutter,...

Pencil drawing of Nurse Cynthia and Dr. Gray in a tense confrontation in the hospital, illustrating their emotional conflict over ivermectin.

"I did Everything you Told me To" Part Two of Five

PART 2 I rush toward the restroom, passing by the halls, orderlies, and doors full of patients. My stomach...

Pencil drawing of Nurse Cynthia being embraced from behind by Death, her face showing comfort, symbolizing false solace in confirmation bias.

"I did Everything you Told me To" Part One of Five

PART ONE The doors are heavier than I remember. My arms strain against them; they bar my passage, but...