Noelle hated hospitals. The place always reeked of disinfectant, and everywhere she looked, she saw faces filled with sorrow and despair.The nurse had just left.Rosie's veins were still very thin, and it had taken several attempts before the nurse finally succeeded in inserting the IV.At first, Rosie endured the pain in silence. But eventually, she couldn't hold back her tears and told Noelle how much it hurt.Noelle didn't say anything, only tightly held Rosie's other hand.Now that the IV was finally in place, Rosie sniffled and closed her eyes."Go to sleep," Noelle whispered softly while gently stroking her hair. "Mommy's here."Rosie hummed faintly, but after a moment, she opened her eyes again.Noelle quickly forced a smile. "What's the matter?""Mommy, you won't cry, right?" she asked.The question stumped Noelle.Rosie explained, "It hurt a little earlier, but I'm feeling better now. So, don't be sad, okay?"Noelle had been maintaining a smile all this time, but
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