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.

early hours of the following day, the Maddox family rallied

Tests.

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 to involve them. In the hospital, both families gathered for the

join us? Currently, in the James family,

even if she's a match, can she be trusted to cooperate and provide Alex with the needed

denied the child's connection

forth impatiently, eager for the matching

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anxious, the results won't arrive this quickly, Hackett

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 Ms. Maddox also made

was amiss. He found it odd that the adults were

every day? Didn't you say that adults have to work?" Alex asked with a quizzical look

momentarily before responding, "Well, it's because you're the lovable, and everyone

it. Mommy, I haven't

herself momentarily

a minor accident could result in severe bleeding. Valeria had no choice but to keep a vigilant

boy was to be full of energy and eager to explore the world around him. It was challenging to

few days, they would have to tell him he needed to go

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him, "if you want to play, both Grandpa and Grandma, as well as Daddy

you said kids should go to preschool, and now I've been

teacher. She understands that you're taking a little

wants to hold me. I want

that moment, Hackett returned home without ringing the

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

relieved, knowing she wouldn't have to endure Alex's persistent inquiries about why he couldn't

"What's troubling you?"

to preschool. I don't know how to explain it to him. Besides, he'll be admitted to the hospital in a few days. I'm trying

sank as she contemplated the inevitable moment when Alex would have to wear a hospital gown,