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XANDER’S POV

I woke up to the soft beep of the hospital machines, the same sound I had been hearing for the past month and a week.

Today was different, though. Today, I was getting discharged. After pushing through with physiotherapy, I could finally walk around without crutches.

The doctors were still cautious, reminding me not to put any weight on my leg until it healed completely, but I felt stronger and ready to leave.

The door opened, and a very excited Adeline came in carrying a huge bouquet of flowers. My mom was right behind her, a big smile on her face.

"Xander!" Adeline exclaimed, rushing to my bedside. She leaned in, and I hugged her tightly, kissing her deeply.

"Lovebirds," my mom teased as she came over to hug me. "Congratulations on getting well, Xander."

"Thanks, Mom," I said, feeling a swell of gratitude.

"I’ll go do the paperwork for your discharge," Mom said, giving us some privacy.

As soon as she left, I pulled Adeline closer, cuddling her. "I missed you so much,"