Chapter 529

Realizing that she hadn't spent much time with Mason over the past few years, Nyla decided to take two weeks off to be with him.

After arranging her leave, she returned to the hospital room, where Pauline quickly stood up. "Ms. Kinsey, Buddy said he wanted some soup. There's no time to cook it now, so I'll grab some from the eateries by the hospital. Do you want anything?"

"I'll have the same as Buddy. Have you eaten yet?" Nyla asked.

"I already ate. I'll go get breakfast now," Pauline replied.

Nyla sat down next to Mason and felt his forehead. His fever had gone down, and she finally felt a sense of relief. "Buddy, is there anything you want to do or anywhere you'd like to go? Mommy has the next two weeks free, so I can spend time with you."

Mason's eyes lit up for a moment but quickly dimmed as he lowered his head. "Mommy, you don't have to take time off just for me. I..."

Nyla gently held his small hand, her voice soft. "Buddy, Mommy works hard so that I can spend time with yo