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.

hours of the following day, the Maddox family rallied all their relatives

Tests.

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 to involve them. In the

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

Mandy's erratic behavior, even if she's a match, can she be trusted to

flatly denied the child's connection to the

fell silent, pacing back and forth impatiently, eager for

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await the results. Even though you're anxious, the results won't arrive this

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

observant, Alex, seemed to sense that something was amiss. He found it odd that

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

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

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

found herself momentarily

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

nature of a three-year-old boy was to be full of energy and eager to explore the

they would have to tell him he needed to go to

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

brow and responded disappointedly. "No. Mommy, you said kids should go to preschool, and now I've been at home for so many days.

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

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,

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

announced, holding it in his hands. The sight of the cake immediately captured Alex's attention, and

knowing she wouldn't have to endure

"What's troubling you?"

don't know how to explain it to him. Besides, he'll be admitted to the hospital in a few days. I'm trying to figure out how to break that news to him. I can't believe I

the inevitable moment when Alex would have to wear