The Abandoned Wife

Roxanne's heart was lodged in her throat as she made her way to the hospital. She floored the accelerator, on the verge of breaking the speed limit.

Archie and Benny might be independent since young, but it was the first time one of them had gotten hurt.

Roxanne felt a surge of anxiety wash over her.

Upon arrival, Roxanne parked her car hastily and strode into the hospital.

Pippa was considerate enough to text her the ward number after Benny was admitted to the hospital.

Thus, Roxanne found them without any difficulty.

"Mommy!"

Archie firmly grasped her hand, squeezing it with such force that it caused her pain.

the corner of her

their heads comfortingly before turning to Pippa. "Ms.

answered apologetically, "We're not sure yet. The doctor at the infirmary said it might be a

a stab of pain in her heart

we're really sorry. It was our fault that Benny got hurt as we didn't take good care of him," Jeffrey apologized profusely. "We had hoped that the sports day would help to strengthen the bond between the children, and we never anticipated that this would

the kids, seeking

she was extremely vigilant when it came to the wellbeing of the kids. She made sure to take every precaution possible and to

of hopping on one foot. Benny's turn was behind us. I'm not

to blame yourself. It's normal for children to get bumps and bruises when they play

the

his weeping only moments ago, was overcome with emotion again. He burst into tears and leaped into

sobbed, "Mommy,

at his wounded

to his palm. His hand was already beginning to swell up in

Roxanne couldn't tell if it was

comforting hug. "Don't be afraid. I'm here, so you won't feel