Chapter 38

"Bye," the voice responded.

Dr. Parker ended the call just as he heard a knock on the door. "Dr. Parker?" a voice called out."Come in," he replied, quickly composing himself.

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As the evening approached, Ryan returned home, exhausted from the day's events. He went straight to his father's room, finding him still asleep. Ivy was there, her eyes red from crying."How is he?" Ryan asked softly."He's been sleeping most of the day," Ivy replied.

"Dr. Parker said that's a good sign."Ryan nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over him. "Thanks for staying with him, Ivy."Ivy gave him a small smile. "Of course. He's our dad."Ryan sat down beside his father's bed, taking a moment to gather his thoughts.

He quietly handed the medication to his mother. "Here, Mom. The doctor says to administer them as prescribed."

"Thank you, Ryan," Mrs. Rose said, her voice strained with worry. "Your father will be fine."

Ryan gave her a reassuring nod and turned to leave. He needed to clea