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Chapter 470

Author: Light Breeze
Rain poured for the whole night, its pitter-patter incessant.

Dexter rested his head on his head. He slept lightly and didn't slip into a deep slumber until late into the night, unaware of when the rain had stopped.

When he woke up, the sky had brightened, and a sliver of light shone through the thick curtain. The sun had just risen over the horizon, and the world was very quiet as if it had just awoken.

Rolling to the side, Dexter looked at Tessa through the gaps between the crib's bars.

The little one was actually awake, her hands waving around as she looked at her surroundings. Her plump feet kicked the air with vigor as she cooed, looking absolutely adorable.

Stretching his arms, Dexter stuck a finger out to Tessa. She latched onto it, reminding him of a bunny holding a thick carrot. Adorable couldn't even begin to describe it.

Amidst the heartwarming moment, someone knocked on the ward door. Thinking that it was doctors or nurses doing their rounds, Dexter withdrew his
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