Roxanne’s heart was lodged in her throat as she made her way to the hospital. She floored the accelerator, on the verge of breaking the speed limit.

Archie and Benny might be independent since young, but it was the first time one of them had gotten hurt.

Roxanne felt a surge of anxiety wash over her.

Upon arrival, Roxanne parked her car hastily and strode into the hospital.

Pippa was considerate enough to text her the ward number after Benny was admitted to the hospital.

Thus, Roxanne found them without any difficulty.

“Mommy!”

Archie firmly grasped her hand, squeezing it with such force that it caused her pain.

Estella also clutched at the corner of her shirt.

their heads comfortingly before turning to Pippa. “Ms. Ward,

the infirmary said it might be a bruised cartilage. Benny

pain in her heart after

we didn’t take good care of him,” Jeffrey apologized profusely. “We had hoped that the sports day would help to strengthen the bond between the children, and we never anticipated that this would happen. I promise the

gazed at the kids, seeking their

came to the wellbeing of the kids. She made sure to take every precaution possible and to be

was so overwhelmed that

was a game of hopping on one foot. Benny’s turn was behind us. I’m not

and turned to Jeffrey. “You don’t have to blame yourself. It’s normal for children to get bumps and bruises when they play around.

spoke, the doctor led Benny

weeping only moments ago, was

“Mommy, it

glanced at his wounded

to his palm. His hand was

it was due to the pain or

for him, she gave him a comforting hug. “Don’t be afraid. I’m here, so you won’t feel

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