"You can rest assured, we'll speak to the doctor about the baby," the kind stranger said. Only then did Winnie close her eyes, finally letting herself relax.

Meanwhile, Ben had been sitting alone in the dark for what felt like ages. He had a few drinks, but his mind was only growing sharper and colder with each passing moment. *Knock, knock, knock!*

The sudden noise broke through the silence, echoing sharply in the stillness. His lips curled into a slight smirk. So, she had come after all.

But when he opened the door and saw who it was, the playful smile on his face vanished, replaced by an icy chill.

""Who are you?"

The delivery driver, dressed in his uniform, suddenly felt a shiver run down his spine. He cleared his throat nervously and held up a bag. "Mr. Ben Lucas, right? This is your express delivery."

Ben narrowed his eyes slightly, a flicker of something unreadable crossing his face. "That woman really does have a bit of wit," he muttered to himself. Without saying a word, he took the bag and shut the door in one swift motion.

"There's always another day," he thought.

driver exhaled sharply, relieved to be away

with activity, the chaos

are her family members? Does anyone know her family?" A nurse called out, glancing at the young couple who had brought

one of them said, shaking their head. "We found her on the street. She kept

the weight

intensive care, Winnie's

stark white ceiling above her. She instantly knew where she

wrist as the woman

was Winnie. "You're awake! Please, lie back

her, her voice hoarse and desperate. "Where

She paused, struggling with the words. "The baby didn't make it. But

Winnie screamed,

baby. It was her only connection to Ben.

Jamie, echoed in her

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