Jamie had been caring for Mrs. Lucas in the hospital for several days.

Mrs. Lucas watched Jamie closely and couldn't help but sigh. "I never realized before..."

Sensing another trip down memory lane, Jamie interrupted with a warm smile. "Mom, let's not dwell on the past, okay? What's important is that you're getting better now." "Alright, alright, I won't bring it up," Mrs. Lucas said with a nod, her eyes glistening as she sipped her warm soup. She couldn't deny how much brighter life had become. Around noon, Ben stopped by. Seeing his wife and mother enjoying each other's company brought a sense of relief to him.

"Well, of course," Mrs. Lucas said with a proud grin. "My daughter-in-law is like a second daughter to me."

Jamie glanced at Ben and smiled. "Don't worry, Mom's recovering well. Just give her a few more days, and she'll be good as new. I've got everything under control." "I know you do." Ben's gaze softened with concern. "Just don't overwork yourself."

Before Jamie could respond, a familiar voice echoed from the doorway. "How's Mrs. Lucas doing today?"

It was Mrs. Hughes, a socialite staying in the VIP suite next door. The floor only had a handful of rooms, so Mrs. Hughes often stopped by for a chat.

in and sit!"

interrupting. Is that your son?" Mrs. Hughes said as she stepped in, her eyes lingering on Ben with

son," Mrs.

He looks like a movie star! Have we met before?" Mrs.

Lucas beamed. "You might've seen him in a magazine. My son has been

a remarkable young

to her feet. "I'll

a moment alone, simply waved them off with a knowing

Jamie into a quick hug. "Thank you

mushiness," Jamie said with

dreams you didn't get to finish?" Jamie paused, his words stirring something deep inside her. The upheavals in her life had crushed those

scales of justice, stepping into a courtroom, and captivating everyone with her brilliant arguments. The thought of standing tall and debating with conviction had

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