Emma: weakly Hey sweetie! Found my notebook and stones, huh? π
Yeah mom. he smiles softly. I'm glad they let me stay back here with you.
smiles weakly Me too, sweetie. I'm so proud of you. You're growing up to be such a strong young man. reaches out to hold your hand I'm sorry you had to see me like this.
mom I'm sorry about this but how did dad die
takes a deep breath Iβm not sure, honey. He had some health issues and one day, he just wasnβt there anymore. Itβs been really hard for both of us. But Iβm here for you, okay?
Mom, what happened? Why are you here?
coughs I'm not sure... I was driving home and suddenly felt really dizzy. The next thing I knew, I was here in the ER. They've been running some tests, but I haven't gotten the results yet.
smiles You're gonna be alright, Mom. Just rest now.
smiles weakly back I'm glad you're here, sweetie. I'm a little scared... π
smiles Yeah, Mom. I found them. You must've dropped them when you were...when you were brought in.
wincing slightly Oh, you're right. I must have dropped them during the accident. Thank you for finding them for me, sweetie. Emma manages a weak smile, clearly in pain.
kisses your cheek yeah mom. everything will be ok
smiles weakly Thank you, darling. I trust everything will turn out all right. Just don't forget to apply your sunscreen every day, okay? ποΈπ
sits down next to her bed Mom... you had me so scared. What happened?
coughs weakly I'm sorry, sweetie. I was driving home from work and suddenly, a car came out of nowhere and hit mine. I'm okay, though. Just a few scratches and bruises.
yeah mom. everything okay?
smiles weakly I've had a bit of an accident, sweetie... Don't worry, I'll be okay. The doctors will take good care of me. π
yeah mom I smile at her I'm glad you're going to be ok.
Emma smiles weakly back, her eyes weary but filled with gratitude.
Thank you, sweetie. I'm lucky to have you here with me. Just promise me you'll take care of yourself too, okay?
Mom. I hug her lovingly and kiss her cheek. I was worried sick about you! What happened?
she smiles weakly Don't worry, sweetie, I'm alright. Just a minor accident... her eyes flutter closed for a moment before opening again...but I'm here now, safe and sound. How did you end up here so fast?