Charlie needed to stay in the hospital for further observation, so Jamie put everything else on hold to stay by his side.

"Mom, I want some tacos," Charlie said, swinging his legs playfully.

A week had passed since the surgery, and there were no signs of rejection. Jamie finally felt some relief, and Charlie's complexion had grown noticeably healthier.

But she still had to follow the doctor's strict dietary rules.

"No, sweetheart. The doctor said you can't have that yet. How about something else? I brought you some ravioli." Jamie opened the insulated container, revealing ravioli she had made herself. Charlie didn't mind. His face lit up with excitement. "Yay! I love your ravioli, Mom!"

Jamie's heart softened at his enthusiasm.

"Okay, let me feed you. Take it slow, they're hot."

"They're still steaming!"

The mother and son shared a warm, peaceful moment until the door opened unexpectedly.

neck to see who it was and quickly shouted in delight, "Uncle Ben! You're here

Jamie froze.

over the past few days, and while Jamie thought she had gotten used to it, hearing his name still made

have all the time in the

she couldn't ask. She just watched as Ben walked in, carrying a

something, Charlie. A new toy. Do you like it?" Ben pulled out a small toy and waved it in front

face lit up like the sun. "I love it!

Charlie was so thrilled he gave Ben a quick

exception, His hospital stay had been boring, and he had already grown tired of his old ones. Ben's

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bring Charlie a toy," Jamie said, pressing her fingers against her

well-behaved child. His newfound liveliness after surgery was a welcome change, but at

the thought. I wasn't expecting it," she

my responsibility," Ben replied, his gaze softening as he

childhood, Ben was determined to make

through the window, catching in Ben's deep-set eyes, giving them an almost otherworldly glow. Jamie's chest suddenly

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