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Chapter 80

Author: Symplyayisha
last update Petsa ng paglalathala: 2026-04-25 00:09:51

ISABELLE

“Here, Mom. Just a little more.” I held the spoon to her lips, watching as she took another small mouthful of soup.

She’d been doing so much better. Eating on her own, sitting up without help, talking more. Dr. Brennan said she’d likely be discharged in a day or two.

But right now, I was grateful for the distraction of feeding her. It kept my hands busy. Kept my mind occupied.

Kept me from checking my phone every five minutes.

Mom swallowed and shook her head gently. “I’m full, sweethe
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