Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

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Valeria had initially been the one most overwhelmed with grief, but now she offered solace to Mrs. Maddox.

She couldn't muster the word "mom" yet, but she could feel the genuine sorrow etched in Mrs. Maddox's heart.

No one had much of an appetite during that dinner. As they were preparing to leave, Clayton and Loretta went upstairs to check on the peacefully sleeping Alex. Their eyes were red, and they refrained from crying, fearing to disturb Alex. Hackett stood by the bed, gazing at his sleeping son. His long fingers gently caressed the soft cheeks of Alex, his lips pressed tightly together, and he closed his eyes, suppressing the pain and torment in his heart.

Downstairs, Hackett arranged for Tyler to come over and drive Clayton and Mrs. Maddox back home.

Hackett and Valeria stood together in the quiet, moonlit night. Their silence speaks volumes about the turmoil in their

hearts.

Eventually, it was Hackett who broke the stillness, saying, Til arrange for another hospital visit tomorrow to get a second opinion. There's a chance it could be a misdiagnosis."

Valeria's smile held a touch of bitterness, "Alex is already displaying symptoms. We can't afford to waste any more time on tests. Please find time to complete the compatibility test as soon as possible. I don't want Alex to endure a long wait" Once again, a profound silence descended upon them.

After a while. Hackett spoke again. "I'll go for the compatibility test tomorrow. Let's keep this from Alex for now,"

I understand. I hadn't planned on telling him, and even if we did, he might not fully grasp the situation."

"TII set aside my current commitments for the time being. Right now, there's nothing more important than being there for Alex. Hackett affirmed.

Valeria appeared momentarily surprised, "Aren't you also concemed about reclaiming your Grandpa's shares? Your matters still require attention; this isn't just about your endeavor but also for Alex."

Hackett fell into contemplative silence.

But now, he had little inclination for work. Thoughts of his son entirely consumed his mind.

Maddox

Tests.

other side, Hackett also rallied numerous relatives from the James family for the compatibility tests. As for Mandy in the nursing home and his estranged aunt's family, with whom he was currently at odds, he chose not

"Why didn't you invite Mandy to join us? Currently, in the James family, only you and Mandy remain direct relatives, and

considering Mandy's erratic behavior, even if she's a match, can she

flatly denied the child's connection to the

back and forth impatiently,

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the results. Even though you're anxious, the results

his ritual of rushing to be with Alex right after work while Valeria temporarily set aside her responsibilities at the law office, prioritizing Alex's recovery, Clayton and

was amiss. He

everyone playing with me every day? Didn't you say that adults have to work?" Alex asked with a quizzical look as he sat

paused momentarily before responding, "Well, it's because you're the lovable, and everyone adores you. So, they want to spend time

have mentioned it. Mommy, I haven't been to preschool for

found herself momentarily

allowing Alex to play with other children was out of the question, as even a minor accident could

energy and eager to explore the world around him. It was challenging to keep him indoors

have to tell him he needed to go to the hospital, and Valeria was already

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she said, trying to console him, "if you want to play, both Grandpa and Grandma, as well as Daddy and I. can join you and have fun together,

said kids should go to preschool, and

I've already spoken to your teacher. She understands that you're taking a little

why did you take a break, Mommy? I want to play with my friends. Grandpa and Grandma make me drink water, and Daddy always wants to hold me. I want

uncertain how to respond, but at that moment, Hackett returned home without ringing the

he announced, holding it in his hands. The sight of the cake immediately captured Alex's attention, and he eagerly took it and moved to a

have to endure

"What's troubling you?"

he'll be admitted to the hospital

moment when Alex would