Jeremy led Corinne to the pediatric ward.

Joey sat absent-mindedly on the bed, eating an apple that Francine had peeled for him.

Greg and Pamela's worried expressions faded when they saw Corinne entering.

"Corinne! You're awake, too!"

"Thank God!"

Corinne nodded toward Greg and Pamela. She then released Jeremy's hand and quickly walked to the bedside. Tears fell as she looked at Joey.

'He's alright. Joey really is alright...' thought Corinne.

When Joey saw Corinne, he instantly released the apple in his hand and threw himself into Corinne's arms.

thought I'd never see you

"Mommy's here! I'll never lose

"Mommy..."

dry eye in that ward. Jeremy also subtly furrowed his eyebrows, his emotions

here? Shouldn't you be at home

people at home to protect them. I even asked Chester to stay with the

back home with you.

to sleep. It's better for us to stay here with Joey. Plus, Corinne needs to rest too, so let us help you out a bit. We're here

If anything happens, it'll only complicate things for us. Just go home, okay? Joey is fine. He's

so she nodded and said, "Alright, we'll go back with Francine, then. Take good

"Of course I will."

together, Jeremy arranged for someone to drive Francine, Greg, and Pamela back home. The ward became quieter

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