The Bonding Session with Dad

I woke up in a bed, but this time it was not a new bed but the old canopy one, and someone was holding my hands.

"You woke up? It is great! I thought I would lose you like your mom. Don't do so much risky work like this anymore. You still have your dad... If I could have found out some way, then you wouldn't have to suffer this much. I am sorry, my dear child,", My dad said while having a shaky voice. He pats my head lightly while looking at me very affectionately. I can feel his love for me, and I think he is missing someone whom he reminisces about while seeing me... I can guess, but I'm not sure if I should bring it up or not. I should use this rare moment to make a good memory and get a lot of love from my dearest dad. But I still want to know about my mom; I would rather play by ear.

"Dad.. ", I tried to call my dad affectionately, but I cannot say it anymore, and my voice sounds hoarse. I have the desire to drink something that can quench my thirst. Dad seems to understand what i