Naomi’s POVThat night, I woke up suddenly.I didn’t know why at first, but something felt wrong.The room was quiet, but not peaceful. It felt heavy, like something was out of place.I turned quickly to look at Leo.He was moving.Not in a calm way.His small body was turning from side to side, and his face looked uncomfortable.“Leo…” I whispered, sitting up.I touched his forehead.My heart dropped immediately.He was hot.Too hot.“Leo, baby…” I said softly, shaking him a little.He opened his eyes slowly, but they looked tired and dull.“Mama…” he said weakly.That one word broke me.“I’m here,” I said quickly, pulling him into my arms.His body felt warm against mine, and I could feel the heat rising from his skin.“Martha!” I called out, my voice shaking. “Martha, please come!”She came in quickly, tying her wrapper as she rushed in.“What happened?” she asked.“He has a fever,” I said, my voice already breaking. “He’s too hot.”Martha came closer and touched his forehead.Her
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