Tyler stepped out of the car just after the nurses helped Naomi. Hillary walked over excitedly and called out, "Naomi, Tyler."

"What's cooking, Mom? It smells great out here," Naomi said as she stepped out.

Hillary replied with a smile, "Your favorites, of course," then glanced at Tyler. "I didn't expect to see you here with Naomi today, Tyler."

Tyler responded indifferently, "Naomi wanted some home-cooked meals, so I brought her over. Hope that's okay." His tone wasn't enthusiastic, but he was polite.

Hillary reassured him, "You're not bothering us at all. We're happy you're here."

"Come on

nodded at him

said, "Can I have some soup, Mom? I'm craving

walked to the kitchen, "Of course, I'll get

make you

said, still

breath as she entered the living room, soaking in the familiar smells. She

moment, she said gratefully, "Thanks for staying by my side, Tyler. It means a lot that you came home with

of

I taking too much of your time?" she

"Don't worry about it."

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