“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.

was taken aback. “Zeke, how can we

his eyes filled with complex emotions. “It’s alright. You’re older, while I’m stronger. It won’t be a problem for me

found himself unable to meet Zuko’s gaze. The deep,

quickly, confirming Zuko’s blood match

a sense of

from the procedure shortly after, applying pressure to his wrist with a cotton ball. With his other hand,

mother is doing great,” he

finding solace in his embrace. Listening to his steady heartbeat made her feel

sigh of relief, Mary, her

the entire family, she contemplated slipping away

“Aunt Mary!”

offered a forced smile

a grudge against

what you think, Lina. Please let

the better of her. “And you were the one

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