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Chapter 13: The Sound Of His Voice

Penulis: Comfort Shettima
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-10-20 03:27:23

Aurelia’s POV

The next morning, I woke up beside Oliver. He looked a little better than last night, his skin warmer, his breathing steadier. I helped him wash up, dressed him in fresh clothes, and changed his beddings.

In the kitchen, I made him breakfast, pap, soft pasta and sliced some fruits. I left another portion on a tray in his room for later.

“Promise me you’ll eat this when I’m gone,” I said gently.

“I promise,” he replied, his small voice earnest. Then he looked up at me, eyes wide. “Mummy, are you leaving again?”

I smiled and brushed my hand over his hair. “No, sweetheart. I’m just going to work. I’ll be back before three, alright?”

“You work?” he asked curiously. “Like Aunty Selene?”

A laugh escaped me. “Well, not exactly like her job,” I said softly. “But yes, I work in a big company.”

“Wow,” he whispered, admiration lighting up his tired eyes.

I took a quick shower and got dressed in the bathroom. When I stepped out, he was sipping his pap from a bottle, watching me with
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