Nicholas's POV
I take a deep breath, trying to calm myself despite the persistent anxiety. "I have to be strong," I whisper to myself. "She needs me." As I stare at the corridor stretching before me, I hope to see a doctor coming with good news. But deep down, I know I have to be ready to face whatever happens. Our love is the only thing I can hold on to right now, and I am determined not to let it waver. In moments like this, my thoughts always return to Charlie. What is he doing now? Is he sleeping soundly at home? Hazel might have made him feel better, but I can't stop thinking about Charlie's earlier words: "Mama Sabrina doesn't love me anymore." Those words haunt me. Where did he get such an idea? At his young age, Charlie shouldn't have to think about things like this. He is everything to Sabrina, and I know she would give anything to be with him. Seeing Sabrina's condition now, I worry about the impact all this will haveNicholas's POV "Who is critical inside?" I ask with a slightly demanding tone, even though my voice trembles. The nurse looks anxious but replies, "Miss Sabrina." The world seems to stop for a moment. My heart feels like it has stopped beating. "Sabrina?" I whisper, barely believing it."I'm sorry, sir, I have to go back in," she says quickly before I can ask more. She immediately goes back into the ICU, leaving me frozen in place.My hands tremble as I grip the chair next to me to keep from falling. My breath quickens, my chest feels tight. Dark thoughts start flooding my mind, imagining all the worst possibilities that could happen.I pace back and forth in front of the ICU door, not knowing what to do. The haunting feeling of despair makes me want to break in, but I know that won’t help. So I can only stand there, staring at the tightly closed door and praying."God, please," I mumble softly, barely
Nicholas's POV The ICU door opened with a sound that dragged my attention. Several nurses emerged, pushing a gurney with Sabrina lying on it. Her body looked so small and fragile under the white blanket. Her face was pale, almost colorless, and her eyes were still tightly closed. She wasn't even aware that she was being taken to the operating room. My heart trembled at the sight of her in that state. Fear and anxiety enveloped my mind. What would happen next? Would she be okay? Each question spun around, creating waves of painful uncertainty. I wanted to run to her, hold her hand, and tell her that I was here, that she wasn't alone. Yet, I could only stand there, silent, feeling the weight of the situation. Seeing her helpless reminded me of how vulnerable we are as humans. My heart sank seeing her. My body felt stiff, but I managed to stand from my chair and approach them. My steps were heavy, as if the weight of the worl
Nicholas's POV I tried to remember all the beautiful moments we shared, the laughter and happiness we once had. Yet, the haunting image of her pale, helpless face on that bed continued to torment me. My desire to protect her, to erase all her pain, grew stronger.Taking a deep breath, I tried to calm myself. "She is strong," I whispered repeatedly. "She will get through this."I took a shaky step back. Suddenly, my legs felt weak, and I collapsed into the nearest chair. My head hung low, my hands gripping my hair, trying to contain the torrent of emotions surging within me.Fear crawled into every corner of my mind. What if she didn't come out of that room? What if this was the last time I saw her? The thought of losing Sabrina haunted me, tightening my chest. Every second felt like an increasing weight, and I struggled to remain calm.I wanted to scream, but my voice was trapped in my throat. In the silence of the waiting room, all I co
Nicholas's POV I took a deep breath, then stood up reluctantly. I glanced at the operating room door one last time before stepping out. I made sure my phone number was active to receive news from the hospital. If anything happened, I wanted to know as soon as possible.With steady steps, I headed towards the hospital exit. Each step towards Hazel's apartment felt heavy, but I knew this was an important move. Charlie needed attention and love, and I couldn't let him feel neglected amidst all this. He had already been shaken enough.After a few minutes of driving, I arrived at Hazel's apartment. I pressed the doorbell and stood waiting, feeling a bit anxious. Footsteps sounded from within, and then the door opened. Hazel stood there, wearing a gray sweater with her hair tied up casually. She looked at me with a flat expression, but there was a flicker of emotion in her eyes that was hard to decipher."How are you?" she asked briefly, clearly still upset
Nicholas's POV I took a deep breath, trying to find simple yet honest words to explain. “Mommy Sabrina is at the hospital, sweetheart. She is undergoing surgery so she can come home and play with Charlie again.”Charlie’s eyes widened; clearly, he didn’t fully understand. “Surgery? What’s wrong with Mommy Sabrina?”I swallowed hard; it was difficult for me to give a more detailed explanation to such a young child. “Mommy Sabrina is sick, but the doctors are trying to help her get better. So, right now, Charlie should pray, okay? So Mommy Sabrina can heal faster and come home.”Charlie nodded slightly, though he still seemed confused. He grasped my hand tightly. “Charlie misses Mommy Sabrina. Charlie wants Mommy Sabrina to come home now…”A heavy feeling hit my chest. I gently squeezed his hand, trying to provide a sense of calm that I felt was insufficient. “Daddy misses Mommy Sabrina too, sweetheart. But we have to be patient, okay? If
Nicholas's POVIn the cold, sterile waiting room, the atmosphere was filled with a suffocating silence. Only the ticking of the wall clock could be heard, filling the frozen void of time. Every second felt like a year, and each minute became a long, exhausting journey.I stared at the white walls, trying to find something to divert my thoughts. However, my mind kept returning to Sabrina, to her cheerful face and warm smile. Memories flooded back of the times we laughed together, the beautiful moments before everything changed. As the doctor explained the procedures that needed to be followed, fear began to creep into my heart.The pain she was experiencing was now replaced by uncertainty. This surgery was not just about the physical aspect; it was about the hopes and dreams that were at stake. Would everything go smoothly? Would she return to her former self? These questions spun in my mind, adding weight to my chest.In one corner of the room, a
Nicholas's POV The first procedure was successful, but the journey ahead is still long. The thought of Sabrina being weak and needing further monitoring makes me anxious. How I wish to be by her side, providing the support and love she needs.The surgery went well. That should be good news, but for some reason, the relief doesn't come entirely. Uncertainty still shrouds my mind, making me feel trapped between hope and fear."Does this mean she will... be okay?" I ask hesitantly, my voice trembling as I say those words.The doctor nods, but his expression shows caution. "We've done our best, but everything depends on Sabrina's recovery process. We need to see how her body responds in the coming days," the doctor replies carefully.That answer stirs a deeper anxiety. Even though the surgery was successful, the future remains full of uncertainty. I feel as if I am at the edge of a cliff, waiting to see if the next step will lead me toward s
Nicholas's POV Those words come from the heart, filled with hope and love. In the silence of the waiting room, I envision her face, the smile that always warms my heart. Thoughts of her give me strength, even as anxiety lingers.With each passing second, I pray that she feels my presence, even though we are separated by space and time. How I wish she knew she is not alone in this struggle. We are all here for her, ready to support her in every way we can.In the silence, I imagined the future when she would recover and we could be together again. Charlie, her, and I—just like before, filled with laughter and happiness. With that thought, I felt a bit more at ease, as if that hope could illuminate the dark path ahead.I knew that no matter what happened, our love would always be the strength that guided her. She had to be strong because we all believed in her.When a nurse told me that I was allowed to see Sabrina, I could only nod withou
Nicholas's POV I felt my urge to fight for Sabrina's rights grow stronger, and I knew I had to do everything I could to support both of them in this difficult situation. "Second," Rudi continued, "the stability of the environment. If the biological mother suddenly reappears and wants to take custody, she must prove that the change will not harm the child." I sighed. "But Hazel might use the fact that she is the biological mother." "True." Rudi looked at me intently. "But you can prove that for five years, it has been Sabrina who has cared for him. And if Charlie is old enough to speak, the court may consider his wishes." I fell silent, processing all this information. "So, what do you want to do, Nicholas?" Rudi asked quietly. I raised my face and looked at him. "I want to know, if I take this to legal proceedings, is there a significant chance that Charlie will stay with Sabrina?" Rudi nodded. "There is a possibility, if you have sufficient evidence." I breathe
Nicholas's POV From where I stood, I could see her walking into the room, disappearing behind the door. The atmosphere around her house seemed calm, with sunlight streaming through the windows, creating a warm ambiance.After a few seconds, I took a deep breath and walked back to the car. But as I reached for the door handle, I glanced back at the house once more.I didn’t know when it started, but lately, something felt different. It was as if something within me was beginning to change. Something that made me want to keep ensuring that Sabrina and Charlie were okay.This feeling was so strong, as if they had become an important part of my life. I felt more connected to them than ever, and that sense of responsibility was growing within me. Every time I saw Sabrina, I saw not just a friend, but also a struggling mother, and I wanted to make sure she wasn’t facing everything alone.I sighed, trying to gather my thoughts before getting into th
Nicholas's POV After dropping Charlie off at school and watching him enter the gate happily, I sighed in relief. I waved goodbye before turning to Sabrina, who stood beside me. She seemed to smile, but there was a hint of fatigue on her face.I could feel how exhausting yesterday had been for both of us. The happy moments with Charlie had indeed drained our energy, but seeing his smile made it all worthwhile. Sabrina took a deep breath, trying to shake off the weariness that was evident on her face.We walked slowly away from the school, enjoying the morning silence. The fresh air brought a bit of new energy, and I hoped today would give us a chance to relax. We both knew that despite the fatigue, this time together was the most precious thing.“Come on, let me give you a ride home,” I said while opening the car door for her.Sabrina gently shook her head. “I can go home by myself, Nicholas. You might be late for the office.”
Sabrina's POV Upon entering the room, I immediately sat on the edge of the bed, exhaling slowly. Nicholas grabbed a glass of water and took medication from the drawer, then handed it to me. "Drink this, and then you can go straight to sleep."I accepted it without much protest. After swallowing the medication, I looked back at Nicholas, who was still standing in front of me with a worried expression."I'll take care of Charlie," he said, as if answering a question I hadn't asked. "You don’t need to worry. Sleep, I promise everything will be alright."I nodded slowly. "Thank you, Nicholas."Nicholas smiled slightly, then pulled the blanket over me. "Rest. I’ll wake you up later for lunch."I merely murmured a quiet response. My body felt even more tired after lying down, and slowly my eyes began to close.Before I completely fell asleep, I heard the sound of Charlie's tiny footsteps approaching. "Mom, have a good rest."
Sabrina's POV When we reached the car, Charlie carefully placed Titan in the back seat, as if the robot were a special passenger. The ride home felt even cheerier with Titan's presence, a symbol of a day filled with happiness and precious moments we shared as a family.During the drive home, Charlie sat in the back seat with his robot in his lap. His eyes sparkled as he played with the robot's arms, as if imagining an epic battle between Titan and its enemies. Every time he moved Titan's arm, he narrated imaginative adventure stories.“Titan will fight a giant monster!” he exclaimed, his excitement unmatched. “He will protect the city from destruction!” His vivid storytelling made me smile.Nicholas, who was sitting in front, occasionally turned around and laughed at Charlie's imagination. “You have to be careful, Charlie. The monster can come at any time!” he said, adding excitement to the story.Charlie nodded seriously, as if he were truly
Sabrina's POV I decided to take over and give it a few tries myself. With hope, I directed the claw towards the panda, but the results were still the same. Every time the claw missed its target, I sighed, feeling a bit frustrated. It felt like an endless challenge, and I really wanted to see a smile on Charlie's face.Nicholas stepped closer, encouraging Charlie. “Don’t worry, Charlie. We can try again! Maybe we just need one more attempt.”Charlie nodded, though his expression still showed disappointment. I felt how important that panda was to him, and I didn’t want to give up just yet. We both kept trying, occasionally changing our strategy, but every time the claw reached for the toy, the outcome was the same.With unwavering determination, we gave it one last shot. I carefully directed the claw, praying in my heart that this time it would work. As the claw began to close, my hopes soared, but unfortunately, the panda remained in its place.
Sabrina's POV After finishing our shopping, as we walked past the stores, Charlie suddenly pulled my hand excitedly. "Mom, Dad, can we play first? Look, there's Timezone!" he said, pointing to the arcade area in the corner of the mall. I glanced at Nicholas, seeking his approval. Nicholas just smiled slightly and shrugged. "Why not? We still have time." Charlie immediately cheered and pulled us both toward the arcade. I laughed at his enthusiasm, while Nicholas just shook his head, smiling. Seeing Charlie so excited made my heart flutter. Moments like this are what I always wanted—sharing happiness and joy as a family. Once inside, the loud sounds from various game machines filled our ears. The laughter of children and the sound of falling coins created an atmosphere full of energy and cheer. Charlie jumped up and down, his eyes sparkling as he saw all the colorful games. He ran toward the most eye-catching machine, as if all the games were calling him. Nicholas and I followed be
Sabrina's POV I run toward the yard, flinging open the front door, hoping to find her standing there. But there is no one. My chest tightens further. My eyes begin to burn. No. This can’t be happening. “Charlie!” I scream at the top of my lungs, my voice rising in panic. Tears are falling before I can hold them back. I bite my lip, my body beginning to shake violently. It feels like the entire world around me is collapsing in an instant. I can’t breathe. I can’t think. I’ve lost Charlie. My hands grip my chest, which feels painful, my head spinning with terrible thoughts. I sob, my knees finally giving way, and I fall to the floor, shaking uncontrollably. “Charlie... where are you?” I whisper through my sobs, a desperate voice barely audible even to myself. I cry uncontrollably, feeling a fear I’ve never experienced before. I’m still sobbing on the floor, my body trembling uncontrollably. My breath is ragged, my chest feels so tight. The fear grips me tightly, as if shatte
Sabrina's POV Nicholas sat beside me, and his presence provided an invaluable sense of security. We shared a moment of silence, listening to the soothing sounds of nature. The gentle wind and rustling leaves created a harmonious melody, adding to the peace of this night. I reflected on all the efforts and struggles we had faced. Each step felt heavy, but tonight, it all seemed worthwhile. With Nicholas by my side, I felt strengthened and supported. He was always there, a light in the darkness, and I felt grateful for his presence. As I gazed at the sky, I envisioned a bright future. I knew many challenges awaited, but tonight, I felt ready to face them all. The love and support we had gave me the strength to move forward, and I no longer felt alone. “Sleep, you must be tired,” Nicholas said. I nodded and left the room. I lay down next to Charlie, pulling the blanket up to cover his small