She said, "Everett, let's head home."

Everett looked at her, a flicker of surprise in his eyes. He'd expected her to bring up Margot's situation, maybe start an argument or demand he handle it. But she said nothing about it, just expressed her wish to go home. It felt so naturally warm and cozy.

His heart felt wrapped in a comforting warmth, pushing aside all those doubts and questions swirling in his mind. He spoke softly, picked up a blanket to tuck her in snugly, and scooped her up into his arms. "Yeah, let's go home."

The deep, soothing tone of his voice filled Selena's ears. She could feel the tenderness and affection in Everett's words, and a gentle smile appeared on her lips. She wrapped her arms around his neck, resting her cheek against his chest, snuggling into him contentedly. In the hospital corridor, Callum and Dr. Carrillo stood side by side.

As Everett and Selena's figures gradually disappeared down the hall, Dr. Carrillo turned to Callum, his expression calm and composed, revealing no particular emotion.

They'd known each other for years, forming a bond that transcended their age difference. Yet, it was often Dr. Carrillo, despite his age, who displayed more emotion than the much younger Callum.

If not for his youthful and handsome looks, you might think he had the soul of someone much older.

It was only when it came to Selena that he showed a full spectrum of emotions.

mind, Callum couldn't resist teasing him a

though Everett and Selena had already disappeared, and Callum had just turned his attention back from them. "Uh-huh," Callum replied, his face steady, meeting Dr.

Dr. Carrillo was fishing for. He continued, "But I told her she should thank you in person when she sees you. Though, what you probably

maybe everyone else could

want to hide it

help but feel happy for him. Over the years, hed watched Callum remain single, worried that his only passion might

someone he liked, Dr.

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diaper, yet you kept at t until you

Carrillo gave his shoulder a pat, "I hope to toast at

on the big bed in the master bedroom, pulled the covers over her, and was about to

tug on his pinky finger. He paused, turning back to

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