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.

I thought I'd never

here! I'll never lose

"Mommy..."

not a dry eye in that ward. Jeremy also subtly furrowed his eyebrows, his

"Why are you here? Shouldn't

said, "Don't worry! We've got more than enough people at home to protect them. I even asked Chester to stay with the kids. I was just too worried about Joey, so I came with Grandpa and Grandma to check on him.

"Take Grandpa and Grandma back home with

if you send us back home, we won't be able to sleep. It's better for us to stay here with Joey. Plus,

for us. Just go home, okay? Joey is fine. He's just suffering from some minor injuries and shock. He should be discharged by tomorrow morning," said Jeremy

she nodded and said, "Alright, we'll go back with Francine, then. Take good care of Corinne. She's been through a lot these past

"Of course I will."

spending some time together, Jeremy arranged for someone to drive Francine, Greg, and Pamela back home. The ward

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