Let Me Stay The Night

The medical team soon arrived in haste. They had to check Timothy’s condition thoroughly, so Christina had to leave the ward and wait outside anxiously.

“Mrs. Hadley, why don’t you take a seat and try to relax for a moment?” Lyle suggested in a gentle tone after noting Christina’s unsettled emotions. “The doctors are currently examining Mr. Gibson, and it may take some time for the results to be available. Do you need water or food? I can get someone to buy some for you.

Christina was completely focused on Timothy’s well-being and couldn’t pay attention to anything else.

Shaking her head, she replied, “No need for that. I’m not hungry or thirsty. If you need to grab a bite, go ahead. I’ll be fine alone.”

“If you need me, just let me know.” Lyle remained by Christina’s side silently, keeping her company until the results came out.

The exantination went on for over an hour. Timothy remained unconscious, showing no signs of stirring despite the doctors’ efforts to rouse him. It felt like Christina had imagined his fingers twitching earlier.

“Mrs, Hadley, please remain patient. I have confidence that Mr. Gibson will regain consciousness soon,”“” the attending physician reassured Christina calmly.

He left with his team after giving Christina some medical advice.

Christina remained in the ward until evening.

Nathaniel left work earlier than usual, eager to spend some quality time alone with Christina at home. However, upon arriving home, he was greeted by Raymond, who informed him that Christina had not yet returned.

A sense of unease washed over Nathaniel as his attempts to reach her went unanswered. He was on the verge of mobilizing a search team to find her when a timely call from Lyle came in, halting his actions.

Nathaniel immediately made his way to Timothy’s ward. Christina could barely hide her surprise when he showed up. “Nathaniel? Why are you here?”

After confirming that she was safe and sound, Nathaniel did his best to tamp down his irritation. “I didn’t see you at home after getting off work earlier than usual, and Raymond told me you’ve been out the whole day. I was worried and decided to come over to visit you and Dad,” he said gently.

hospital for way too long. She shot him an apologetic look. “I’m sorry. It completely slipped my mind how much time had passed. I had my phone on silent mode since I

Timothy. “I heard the doctor say Dad should regain

eagerly shared the good news with him. “I’ve arranged a place for him to stay in after he gets discharged from the

assured her, “Dad will love anything you prepare for him.”

Tears welled up in

for over half an hour before they

the door clicked shut behind them, Timothy’s fingers twitched, and he slowly opened his

up by a call from the hospital before the sun

My father is missing?” Christina’s body froze as if struck by lightning upon hearing the nurse’s words. It took her a moment to collect herself, and her voice grew icy. “When did you realize

his bed when we did our midnight rounds. Around six in the morning, the caregiver noticed that the door to his ward was open and went in to check on him. That was when we

was wide awake by now. “Did you search

room, we discovered that Mr. Gibson left his ward on his own accord. Given his

was Timothy’s only relative in Jadeborough. She couldn’t help but

had no answer for the

adult, and he must have a reason

his wrist anxiously. “Nathaniel, my dad’s health is fragile, especially with his

out of bed

are you

search for

pregnant. How could you head out to search for him? Have you ever thought about

lengths to take care of Christina, ensuring her safety and

her and the health