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River hesitated, but Paige continued. “Why hesitate when it’s a celebration of your best friend’s pregnancy?”
River finally relented. “Well, I just didn’t want to intrude on your alone time together.”
Paige giggled. “What! Alex has already invited Noah, too!”
“Did he agree to go? He probably doesn’t enjoy crowds, right?” River asked, puzzled.
“At first, he didn’t. But he agreed after Alex told him you’d be joining!” Paige chuckled.
River said, “You acted without consulting me.”
Paige replied, “Yikes, what do you mean by acting without consulting? We’re going on vacation after Mardi Gras!”
“Okay…”
River ended the call and entered the villa.
Liora rushed over and asked with excitement, “Mommy, are you going on a holiday?”
River gently touched Liora’s nose. “Yes, your godmother is pregnant and invited us to celebrate.”
“Pregnant? Is she having a baby?” Liora tilted her head in confusion.
River nodded. “Yes, she’s carrying a baby in her womb. You’re going to be a big sister, Lia!”
“Really? I’m going to be a big sister?” Liora jumped up in excitement.
“Yes. I’m visiting the hospital tomorrow.” River led Liora to the living room, holding her hand.
Tyler turned and asked, “Are you going to see the doctor about Axel?”
River nodded. ‘Noah told me Axel will be discharged before Mardi Gras, so I want to confirm the exact time. We can’t leave Axel alone if we’re going on a trip.”
Tyler got up and said, “Mommy, can I come with you?”
“Me too, Mommy!” Liora chimed in.
River smiled. “Sure, we’ll go together.”
The next day, River took the children to the hospital.
River heard Noah’s voice as she arrived at the doctor’s office.
“How is Axel?”
Richie replied, “Mr. De Marco, your son will be released from protective isolation later. His condition ist 1/2
full recovery.”
Tears welled up in River’s eyes upon hearing the news. She lowered her head and told the children, Axel will meet you later. Are you excited?”
“Don’t cry, Mommy. Axel doesn’t want to see you sad because of him,” Liora comforted River by patting her waist.
Tyler handed River a tissue. “Wipe your tears, Mommy.”
“Thank you,” River said as she took the tissue and wiped her tears away.
Noah soon walked out of the office and found River standing at the door with their children.
He was momentarily stunned before saying. “Axel is doing quite well. He’ll be released soon.” 1
“I heard that. Axel is working hard to get well!” River said, smiling with tears of joy.
Noah looked at River in amazement. It had been a long time since he had seen her so joyful. He regretted not telling her about Axel’s condition sooner.
Half an hour later, Axel was wheeled out of protective isolation.
He wore a cap and mask, with a pale face and dimmed gaze.
“Axel!” Liora called out in excitement.
Axel’s body tensed briefly before he raised his head to see River, Noah, Tyler, and Liora at the door.
“Daddy… Mommy… Ty… Lia…”
River instantly shed tears upon hearing Axel’s hoarse voice. “Axel…”
River knelt down, sobbing. She wanted to touch Axel’s emaciated face but was concerned that her hands weren’t clean.
“You can touch him,” the nurse reminded her.
River nodded. “Thank you.”
She placed her hand on Axel’s hand.
“Axel, I’m sorry I’m late,” River said, tears in her eyes as she held Axel’s cold hand.
Axel tightly pressed his lips together, tears filling his eyes upon hearing River’s words.
“It’s okay, Mommy. I made it through,” Axel reassured her, wiping away River’s tears with his hand.
River held Axel’s hand and confessed guiltily, “I blame myself for not noticing your condition, for feeling helpless when you were in pain during your treatment. I’m so sorry, Axel…”
River wept as Axel recalled the pain of his bone marrow extraction and treatment.
Axel embraced River tightly and whispered, ‘No need to apologize, Mommy. I don’t want you to be sad because of me. I’ve worked hard to recover so I can see you happy. Please don’t cry, Mommy. It makes me sad, too.”
Tyler and Liora also shed tears as they witnessed the emotional scene.
Liora wanted to join the hug, but Tyler stopped her. She said through her tears, “Don’t stop me from hugging Axel…
“Don’t touch Axel with your dirty hands,” Tyler reminded Liora after drying his own tears.
Liora retorted, “My hands are perfectly clean!”
Tyler looked at her skeptically, “I doubt it.”
Liora shot back, “Still cleaner than yours!”
While Axel continued to cry, Liora and Tyler bickered with each other.
Noah reflected on the distinct personalities of his triplets.
Upon learning of Axel’s release from protective isolation, Alex and Paige rushed to the hospital.
Paige cried tears of joy when she saw Axel in bed. “You’re amazing, Axel! You beat the illness!”
Axel wasn’t used to Paige’s enthusiasm, but he greeted her with a smile. “Hello, Godmother.”
Paige pulled Alex over and handed Axel some gifts, “I brought you lots of delicious food and toys. You must work hard to regain your strength!”
River teased, “Are you treating Alex like a delivery service?”
“I’m more than happy to do it! Palge is my boss, and I’ll do whatever she says!” Alex replied excitedly, Noah couldn’t help but scoff. “Like an obedient puppy.”
“Hey! I’m just treating my woman right! You don’t have to be jealous even if you don’t have a significant other!” Alex shot back at Noah, displeased.
Noah’s expression turned serious. “Can you please be quiet?”
Alex raised his chin confidently and pulled Paige closer. “What are you going to do? I have a woman of my own!”
“Back off! You’re annoying! Stop clinging to me!” Paige pushed Alex’s arm away in irritation.
Liora couldn’t contain her laughter, “Uncle Alex, you’re embarrassing!”
Alex scratched his head and grinned. “What can I say? I have a strict wife…”
“Who are you calling a strict wife? Paige glared at Alex.
Alex cowered and said, “Sorry, I don’t have the guts to complain about you. Please don’t be mad at me, Paige. Stress isn’t good for the baby.”
“Baby?” Noah looked at Paige, puzzled. ‘Are you pregnant?”
Paige nodded. ‘Yes. I found out yesterday during a check–up with River.”
Noah said casually, “I’ll grant you paid leave after Mardi Gras.”
Paige protested, “No need, Mr. De Marco. I can still work. I don’t want my job to be affected by something.
minor like this.”
Noah insisted, “You’ll take paid leave.”
“Great! I’ll start my leave next month!” Paige accepted with gratitude.
Paige and Alex stayed for a while before they departed.
Axel hadn’t been discharged from the hospital yet, even after ?coming out of protective isolation. River suggested staying back to keep him company.
Noah took on the responsibility of looking after Liora and Tyler.
After Noah left, River met with Axel’s attending physician.
“Dr. Webber, can we travel with the child?” Richie replied, “He’s recovering quickly, so a trip should be fine. However, it would be best to have a doctor accompany you.” River was relieved and asked, “Will he be discharged tomorrow?” Richie said, “It would be nice to have him home for Lundi Gras.
After all, he’s been in protective isolation all by himself for a month.” River replied with gratitude, “Thank you.” ‘When River returned to the room, she found Axel already asleep. She gently caressed his face, and he slowly opened his eyes as if he sensed it.
River stopped her movement and said, “I’m sorry for waking you, Axel.” Axel shook his head and replied, “It’s okay, Mommy.”
River asked, “Are you hungry? Shall | get you something to eat?” “I’m not hungry. | have a question for you, Mommy,” Axel cautiously said.
River smiled and asked, “What is it, my dear?” “Mommy, will you and Daddy reconcile?” Axel asked.
River was taken aback. “Why do you ask?” Axel explained, “I didn’t see you two arguing today. A lot has happened in the past month, hasn’t it?” River pulled back her hand, sat down, and gently pulled Axel into her arms. “My dear, a lot has indeed happened recently. However, it’s a complex situation. | can’t give you a definite answer about the future between your father and me, but | can tell you this. If we can overcome our differences, we’ll be together.” She would carefully consider her decision for the sake of her children now that Daniella’s situation had been resolved.
Axel leaned against River with his eyes closed. “I’ll respect your decision, Mommy.” River kissed the top of Axel’s head. “And I’ll work hard for you.” “I will work hard to convince myself to accept Noah again,’ she thought.
At 10:00 p.m., River put Axel to bed and prepared to lie down on the other bed. Just as she was about to get into bed, Noah entered.
She looked at him in surprise and whispered, “Why are you back? Where are the children?” “They’re at Bayview Villa with Eira,” Noah replied.
River said, “You sent them back to Bayview Villa?” Noah nodded and sat down. “You should be more at ease knowing they’re with your nanny rather than my service staff.” River lowered her gaze, not sure what to say. After all, Noah was telling the truth. She would have been.
worried if he had left the children at Villa Rosa.
River asked, “Will you be leaving again later?” Noah smiled at River. “Do you want me to stay?” River blushed. “That’s not what | meant.”
Noah said, “Let’s spend Lundi Gras together tomorrow.” River replied, “It’s probably crowded at my house tomorrow night. If you don’t mind-” Noah raised an eyebrow. “Do you think I’d mind your family members? Or do you not want Axel and me to be there?”