Chapter 51

Chapter 51

BLAIRE

As I entered the hospital, my heart raced with worry. Thoughts of Blaze

consumed my mind as I made my way back. Silent prayers echoed in

my thoughts, hoping he remained safe during my absence.

Sebastian's decision to let me go without probing further brought a

wave of relief, but the challenge remained — concealing the truth from

him. Our worlds seemed to be colliding, and the intricacies of keeping

secrets threatened to unravel our connections.

As I stepped in front of Blaze's room, I could've already hear my son

screaming. I immediately opened the door and found Blaze panicking

as the nurses tried to calm him down.

“Blaze, sweetheart, what's happening?” I rushed to his side, my voice a

soothing melody amid the chaos.

The nurses exchanged glances, and one of them spoke, “He's been

asking for you, seemed terrified when you weren't around.”

Kneeling beside Blaze, I whispered, “It's okay, my love. I'm here now.”

His teary eyes met mine, seeking comfort in the familiar warmth of a

mother’s presence. The nurses stepped back, giving us a moment, but

concern lingered in their expressions.

“Where have you been, Mommy? I was so scared when I woke up and

I couldn't find you,” he said, sulking while his eyes were filled with tears.

In that small hospital room, the air was thick with tension. Blaze clung

to me, his small frame trembling with fear. I stroked his hair gently,

reassuring him that I wasn’t going anywhere.

“I grabbed a cup of coffee outside. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have left

vou alone here?

“But where is your coffee?" he asked innocently as he tried to wipe

away his tears.

Chuckling softly, I wiped away his tears with the back of my hand.

“Well, sweetheart, it turns out coffee isn't as important as being with

you. I left it behind because you're far more precious.”

Blaze's eyes sparkled with a mix of relief and curiosity. “Really,

Mommy?”

“Absolutely,” I affirmed, holding him tighter. I'll choose you over coffee

any day. Nothing matters more than being here with my brave little one.

Now, how about we forget

about the coffee and focus on making you feel better? Maybe we can

sneak in a at later. What do you say?"

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Blaze's face lit up at the prospect of a treat, his tears transforming into

a hopeful smile. “A treat? Like ice cream?”

I nodded, playing along with his excitement. “Yes, exactly! Your

favourite flavour, right?”

He nodded vigorously, momentarily forgetting his earlier distress. As we

chatted about his preferred ice cream toppings and the adventures we

could embark on once he felt. better, the atmosphere in the room

shifted. The tension began to dissolve, replaced by a shared

anticipation of simple joys,

I looked at the nurses with apologetic eyes. I know he’s not supposed

to eat food that hasn't been approved by the doctor. But I can't think of

anything to cheer up my son but his favourite treat.

They gently nodded their head in approval.

Once I finally settled Blaze on the bed, the nurses then bid goodbye.

But before they left, the nurses exchanged glances again, silently

acknowledging the unspoken challenges we faced. One of them, a kind

soul with a calming demeanour, spoke softly, “He's been through quite

a lot today. Perhaps having you by his side will bring him some peace.”

I settled beside Blaze, holding him close. His tear-streaked face turned

to mine, and in that vulnerable moment, I realized the depth of our

connection. “Mom,” he whimpered, “I was scared you wouldn't come

back.”

“I'm sorry I left without telling you. But I need you to be brave next time,

okay? Mommy can't be here with you all the time. I need to go to work

so we can get you better,” I explained.

Blaze's eyes widened, absorbing my words with a mix of understanding

and reluctance. “But what if something happens when you're not here?”

Gently brushing his cheek, I reassured him, “I have wonderful nurses

and doctors to take care of you when I'm away. And remember, our

love is like a strong shield. It protects you even when we're apart.”

He nodded slowly, still holding onto the fear of separation. “Promise

you'll come back, Mommy?”

“Promise,” I whispered, pressing a tender k*ss to his forehead. “Now,

let's focus on getting you better. Mommy will always find her way back

to you, no matter what.”

As I spoke those words, a mixture of understanding and uncertainty

flickered in Blaze's eyes. “You have work here, mommy,” he

questioned, tilting his head with curiosity.

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I nodded, threading my fingers through

a job that helps us afford this tousled hair. “Yes, sweetheart. Mommy

has

things you need to feel better like the special medicine and the cosy

room in the hospital. It's like a superhero mission to make sure you

have everything to become strong and healthy again.”

Blaze's eyes widened in awe, a glimmer of admiration replacing his

earlier worry. “You're my superhero, Mommy?”

Smiling, I k*ssed his forehead. “Absolutely. And you're my brave

sidekick. Together, we'll conquer anything that comes our way, won't

we?”

Embracing the superhero metaphor, Blaze's face lit up with newfound

determination. “Yes, Mommy! We'll be the best team ever!”

I chuckled, revelling in the magic of his innocence. “That's the spirit, my

little hero. Now, how about we imagine some superpowers to make our

team even stronger?”

His eyes sparkled with excitement. “Like flying and super-healing?”

“Exactly!” I exclaimed, playing along. “And don't forget the power of

endless laughter to chase

away any lingering fears.”

As our superhero tales unfolded, a soft knock on the door interrupted

our adventure. A friendly nurse entered, her eyes tw inkling with warmth

as she witnessed our imaginative world.

“Looks like we've got some superheroes in here, she remarked, adding

a touch of playfulness to the atmosphere.

Blaze beamed with pride, his tiny chest puffed up. “We're the bravest

team ever!”

It took almost an hour before Blaze finally settled back to sleep. Despite

my assurance, he’s still scared that I might leave him again while he's

sleeping. Eventually, he agreed to finally sleep.

Even though my b*dy is tired from what happened, I couldn't bring

myself to sleep. I decided to check the nearby vending machine to get

something to drink. It's just right outside Blaze's room, so I'm not

worried in case he woke up again.

Waiting for my drink at the vending machine, a familiar voice reached

my ears. Holding my breath, I hesitated upon recognizing the voice.

"Blaire?” she called out.

Uncertain, I took a moment to contemplate before finally deciding to

turn around and face her.

“Catherine,” I uttered her name, acknowledging her unexpected

presence. In this

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unlikely place, how did our paths manage to cross?

Catherine's eyes widened in surprise as our gazes met. The hum of the

vending machine seemed to underscore the awkwardness of our

chance encounter.

“What are the odds of bumping into you here?” she exclaimed, a hint of

disbelief in her

voice.

I managed a half-smi mind racing to find the right words. “Seems like

fate has a

great sense of humour,”

sarcastically.

Since when did you get back?” she asked seriously. It's obvious that

she’s not happy to see me. My sarcastic remark lingered in the air as

Catherine's expression shifted to a more serious tone. Her question cut

through the casual banter, revealing an underlying

tension.

“Recently,” I replied, trying to gauge her reaction. The atmosphere crac

kled with unspoken emotions, and it was clear she wasn't thrilled about

our unexpected reunion. Her gaze held a mixture of curiosity and

guardedness. “Well, welcome back, I guess.”

The stiffness in her response hung in the air, casting a shadow over our

encounter. Little did we know, this chance meeting would unravel layers

of unresolved history, bringing forth a mix of emotions and sparking a

journey of reevaluation and rediscovery.

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