Chapter 919

Neil gently held Ruby's hand, his words flowing softly and continuously. Chloe had never seen him speak so much before. A wave of sadness washed over her for a moment.

"Dad..." Chloe called out softly, her voice barely above a whisper. Neil turned his head, surprise etched on his face, and Chloe saw the tears shimmering in his eyes.

Standing up, Neil said, "Talk to your mom. She'd love to hear your voice the most." He turned away, quickly wiping a tear from the corner of his eye, and left the room.

Chloe settled into the chair Neil had just vacated. "Mom, I'm here to see you," she said, looking at Ruby, who lay still on the bed. With the oxygen mask on, she appeared just like she always did, as if she were only taking a nap.

hero growing up. I never imagined you were my real mom. Since I found out, I've rarely called you that—not because of any bitterness, but because I'm so incredibly happy. It felt like life was being too generous, like it

want to live with you. I want to help the kids at

almost

met when Chloe was just five. Chloe

fell from Chloe's eyes onto Ruby's hand. Suddenly, she

Startled, Chloe quickly looked up to

was smiling at her. "I was just playing a little trick on you all. I'm tougher than you think. I'm not going anywhere." Chloe was stunned and overjoyed to hear her speak, even as

too, was moved. "Chloe, I promise you, I'll

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