**Chapter 64: Family Ties**The soft glow of the bedside lamp cast gentle shadows across Leo’s room. Chloe sat on the edge of the bed, cradling her six-year-old son against her generous chest. Leo’s small body trembled slightly as another wave of stomach pain hit him. His dark hair, so similar to Asher’s, was damp with sweat against her shoulder. The royal blue wrap dress she had worn earlier was now replaced by a soft, oversized sleep shirt that draped over her full curves, offering comfort to both mother and child.“Shh, baby. I’ve got you,” Chloe whispered, rocking him gently. Her hand rubbed slow circles on his back while her heart raced with worry. The on-call pediatrician had arrived within minutes and was now examining Leo with calm professionalism.“Mild food sensitivity or possible stress-related tummy ache,” Dr. Patel concluded after a thorough check. “No fever. No serious indicators. Keep him hydrated, light foods for the next day, and monitor. But given the emotional chang
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