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.

the following day, the Maddox family rallied all their relatives and friends

Tests.

family, with whom he was currently at odds, he chose not to involve

join us? Currently, in the James family, only you and Mandy remain direct relatives, and the doctors emphasize the high success rate

she's a match, can she be trusted to cooperate

child's connection to the Jarnes

pacing back and forth impatiently,

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Maddox, let's return and await the results. Even though you're anxious, the results won't arrive this quickly, Hackett

of rushing to be with Alex right after work while Valeria temporarily set

seemed to sense that something was amiss. He found it odd that the adults

you say that adults have to work?"

everyone adores you. So, they want to spend time with you. Perhaps they're all taking a break

that mean I'm on vacation, too? My teacher should have mentioned it. Mommy, I haven't been

herself momentarily

as even a minor accident could result in severe bleeding. Valeria had no choice but to keep a vigilant eye on him

the nature of a three-year-old boy was to be full of energy and eager to explore the world around him. It was challenging to keep him indoors

a few days, they would have to tell him he needed to go to the hospital, and Valeria was already dreading how

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and Grandma, as well as Daddy and

preschool, and now I've been

worry. I've already spoken to your teacher.

play with my friends. Grandpa and Grandma make me drink water, and Daddy always wants to hold me. I want to be with my preschool buddies. Alex had grown restless at home, and despite his previous reluctance to go to preschool, he

to respond, but at that moment, Hackett returned home without ringing the doorbell, using

for you. It's your favorite chocolate cake, he announced, holding it in his hands. The sight of the

wouldn't have to endure Alex's persistent inquiries about why

"What's troubling you?"

he'll be admitted to the hospital in a

she contemplated the inevitable moment when Alex would have to wear