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Hazel found herself overcome with a sense of weariness as she contemplated. Ethan’s impending visit the following day. Gratitude filled her for the connection he had with her and her children, yet a growing unease gnawed at her. Liam, seemed to be forming a bond with him. And even Daisy, it was clear she liked him. Hazel could tell from her eyes on Ethan. She was in awe of his persone. But The fear of separation loomed over her like a storm cloud, threatening to disrupt the fragile balance she had maintained.

She massaged her temples, feeling a headache creeping in. The facade she had meticulously crafted, the illusion that these were not Ethan’s children, weighed heavily on her conscience. Despite Ethan’s understanding, his love for them was palpable. He had accepted they weren’t his but he still loved them anyway. The guilt she felt was a heavy burden, one that she struggled to bear.

As she gazed upon her children’s peaceful sleeping faces, Hazel questioned the choices she had made. “Am I doing the right thing? Would they be better off with their own dad?” The room was silent except for her somber thoughts, echoing in the darkness of the night.

Ethan’s affectionate gestures toward her kids added another layer to her internal conflict. His love was evident, and it both comforted and troubled her. The upcoming day’s visit felt like a ticking time bomb, threatening to expose the truth. beneath the delicate web of deception she had woven.

The night wore on, Hazel sitting awake, wrestling with her emotions. Ethan, though genuinely caring, was a busy individual. Ethan was a really busy person. Liam was getting attached, what would happen if Ethan suddenly couldn’t make it or stopped visiting? Her little boy’s heart would be broken. Liam was busy setting up his paintings that he would show Ethan the next day. Liam’s attachment and excitement was clear. He was looking forward to it. It was evident as even during dinner, all Liam could talk about was Ethan.

The following day, Ethan embarked on a special mission, heading to the toy store with a purpose in mind. He had enlisted the services of a high–class chef to whip up light snacks for the kids, and for Liam, a personalized painting set to fuel his artistic endeavors. Taking charge personally, Ethan navigated through the aisles, carefully selecting items–a task that brought back memories of his previous shopping spree for Hazel’s kids at the same mall. Arriving a

at the hospital’s driveway, Ethan, laden with toys and a thoughtfully assembled fruit basket, made his way inside. However, the ward appeared empty, and a sense of unease washed over him as he gazed at the vacant bed.

“Where are they?” he inquired, directing the question to a nurse at the reception. “They left a few hours ago, came the reply.

A wave of panic swept over Ethan. Had Hazel fled with her kids? The unsettling

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decided to leave? He wondered his mind reeling in panic recalling she had looked very uncomfortable the previous night he felt even worse. His actions may her overwhelmed her and she feeling suffocated might have prompted her to leave, what kind of man would be that interested in his ex–wife’s children. He was weird. Realizing he had stepped out of line several times. He decided

a heavy sigh, he dropped the items he held

into a run, collided with Ethan’s legs. Relief

you okay?” Hazel inquired, and Liam’s gaze

clearing his throat,

voice beckoned

no sign of you guys. The nurse said you left,” Ethan said,

set up my paints,” Liam said as he darted into the room, Daisy

for a little while. The kids hadn’t really eaten a home–cooked meal for some time now. And Dr. Gomez said it was

I’d made you uncomfortable, and

lives. “Reflecting back on past actions. I was wrong, I had completely no rights to intrude into your lives like that. I’m sorry if I ever made you uncomfortable or put you in a difficult spot.

his words had touched her deeply. “You’ve helped us. You found Dr. Gomez, and you got that room that’s so comfortable we can all sleep in it. Thank you,

as they locked

at the door, Daisy cast

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him.

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