Chapter 56: His father's discharge

The morning sun shone brightly, casting a golden glow over the hospital grounds. Adams stood near the reception desk, his mother and Sandra by his side. They were waiting for his father, who was finally being discharged after a grueling week of recovery. Though the air was heavy with mixed emotions, there was relief that he was stable enough to go home.

Adams turned to Sandra, who held his hand firmly, her thumb brushing over his knuckles. “You’ve been my rock through this,” he said softly, his voice filled with gratitude.

She smiled, her eyes warm. “You don’t have to thank me, Adams. Family is...