“B-Because…” Jesse stuttered, struggling to find the words.

The truth would be revealed once they discovered Lina’s blood type.

Lina was not their biological daughter.

A deep voice suddenly interjected, breaking the tense silence. Jesse lifted his head and saw Zuko’s dark eyes, causing his heart to tighten.

“Lina, that’s medical knowledge,” Zuko said, his voice tinged with amusement. “There’s a higher risk of graft-versus-host disease in blood transfusions between immediate family members.

“So not only can’t you donate blood to your mother, but you can’t do the same for Dave either.”

Panic gripped Lina. “What do we do then?”

Zuko offered reassurance. “We can use mine,” he said, giving her a comforting look. “I have Type B blood as well.”

“He’s right,” the nurse confirmed. “Please come with me for a blood test. If it’s a match, we can proceed with the transfusion immediately.”

“Okay,” Lina agreed.

“Zeke, how can

You’re older, while I’m stronger. It won’t be

He suddenly found himself unable to meet Zuko’s gaze. The

back quickly, confirming Zuko’s blood

feeling a sense of relief wash over

a cotton ball. With his other hand, he pulled

mother is doing great,” he

nodded, finding solace in his embrace. Listening to his steady heartbeat

just as everyone breathed a sigh of relief,

she contemplated slipping away in guilt.

“Aunt Mary!”

offered a forced smile as she

have a grudge against my mom that led you to

what you think, Lina. Please let me

first time you’ve fought with her!” Lina’s agitation got the better of her. “And you were the one who started the rumor about me not being my

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