Chapter 167:

At Peace Hospital, Kristopher posed a gentle question as he sat beside the bed, cradling a bowl of freshly made oatmeal. “What would you like to do later?” He blew softly on the spoonful of oatmeal, casting a tender look at Cathy, who was sitting up weakly against the headboard.

Pale and fragile, Cathy’s voice was barely a whisper. “I’d like to go for a walk, breathe some fresh air.” She opened her mouth for a spoonful of oatmeal he offered.

The warmth made her wince slightly, her delicate eyebrows coming together. “It’s hot.”

“Is it?” Kristopher frowned, testing the oatmeal on the back of his hand. “It’s not hot.”

Cathy pouted playfully. “But it feels hot in my mouth. Try it, and you’ll see.”

Her eyes sparkled with mischief as she watched Kristopher. Realizing her playful intent, Kristopher gave a helpless smile and lightly tapped her forehead. “Stop being silly.”

their closeness, such playful exchanges, reminiscent of an indirect kiss, felt somewhat out of place. Noticing Kristopher’s reluctance to play along, Cathy’s expression turned sour. “I was only trying to cheer you up with a

sigh, Kristopher bit back the words he wanted to say, mindful of her

then, the

chill with him as he announced, “There’s been an incident!” He paused, seeing

knit together. “What is

adventures await

really, how old are you? Must you always be so


took a deep breath. “Kristopher, your grandfather was watching the news online. He’s had another heart attack. He’s back in the ICU. The doctors knew you were in

the news the day before, settling his nerves after the shock? Kristopher had even brought Belinda along last night to soothe Anthony.

Allen paused, then quickly retrieved his phone. “Take

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