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.

before turning to Pippa. “Ms. Ward, what

The doctor at the infirmary said it might be

stab of pain in her heart

sorry. It was our fault that Benny got hurt as 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 children will no longer be allowed to

the kids,

wellbeing of the kids. She made sure to take every

The little girl was

and clarified, “It was a game of hopping on one foot. Benny’s turn was behind us. I’m not sure why he

confirmation, Roxanne relaxed and turned to Jeffrey. “You don’t have to blame yourself. It’s normal for children to get bumps and

the

to his weeping only moments ago,

“Mommy,

at

scrape that extended from his wrist to his palm. His hand was already beginning to swell up in response

Roxanne couldn’t tell if it was due to

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

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