The ER entrance was crowded with worried faces, but one stood out the most.

"Auntie!" Ike ran up and clung to my legs, his eyes wide with concern. "I saw the bad guys take you. I was so scared."

"But Uncle Jake was awesome! He saved you, but he got hurt."

His voice trembled, revealing a vulnerability I hadn't anticipated. It hit me then, the gravity of the situation and the role I played in it.

"You should be in bed, kiddo," I tried to lighten the mood.

Edith, always the voice of reason, explained on his behalf, "He tried, but he was too worried about you. He woke up and insisted on coming here."

I ruffled Ike's hair affectionately, "You're such a brave boy."

Christine gave my shoulder a reassuring squeeze, signaling her intent to step away. "I'll make a few calls for work."

going on at the office?"

"Nothing I can't handle. Don't you worry

if I needed

Comfort you. So, I won't bother repeating them. But I did get you a lucky charm, hoping it keeps

my eyes betrayed the

support, "We're here for you, no matter what. Don't pressure

en

finally wheeled out of the ER by Dr. Andrews, looking worse for wear but

Abdul, the seasoned

checked on me

comforting

of life. "Gregory's a tough one," he assured me, then shared wisdom only a life well-lived could impart about facing adversity and making

choices.

tough decisions I might need to make regarding the pregnancy and

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