David stepped into the hospital room where Mirabel sat by Issac’s bed. Her eyes were tired, but there was a small glimmer of relief as she watched her son sleeping peacefully. The steady beeping of the heart monitor filled the room, calming the tense air. “David,” Mirabel whispered when she saw him
David stood frozen in the doorway, staring at Lulu. He could feel the weight of her gaze, and his mind raced for something to say. Anything. “David,” she said, her voice firmer this time. “Where were you?” He hesitated, his mouth dry. He didn’t want to tell her about Mirabel. He wasn’t sure how to
The next morning, he picked up his phone and dialed Mirabel’s number. He listened as it rang once, twice, and then heard her voice. “Hello?” Mirabel answered. “Hey, it’s me,” he said. “How’s Isaac doing?” “He’s fine,” she replied. “Fine?” he echoed. “That’s good.” “Yeah, he’s okay. Why, what’s
David stood by the door, looking at his watch. “I have to leave early today for work,” he said quickly, avoiding Lulu’s eyes. Lulu didn’t ask why. She didn’t even look up. “Okay,” she replied quietly, holding Sage in her arms. David paused for a second like he was going to say something more, the
Lulu lay in bed, staring at the ceiling. It had been a long day. Sage was finally asleep in her room, and Lulu felt the weight of the day pressing down on her. She just wanted to rest, to close her eyes and forget everything for a little while. She pulled the blanket up over her shoulders and close
Mirabel walked into the office, nervous but ready. The room was small but neat. A desk stood by the window, papers stacked high, and a phone was buzzing softly on the edge. David was already there. He looked up, smiled, and waved her over. “Morning, Mirabel. Ready for your first day?” David asked,
“Okay, that’s good to know.” “You’re doing fine, Mirabel. Honestly, I think you’ll settle in quickly.” Just as David finished talking, his phone buzzed on the desk. He glanced at the screen and frowned slightly. “Hang on, I’ve got to take this.” Mirabel nodded, sitting quietly while David answere
Lulu woke up feeling restless. The sun streamed through the blinds, casting soft lines across her bedroom floor. She lay there for a moment, staring at the ceiling, trying to decide what to do with her day. Her mind drifted from one idea to another, but nothing seemed exciting enough. She stretched,