Samuel found the scene unbearable. But keeping his cool, he strode over and called to Eliana, "Eli, let's go for your follow-up at the hospital."

The doctor had insisted on regular check-ups after her discharge. But Eliana pretended not to hear, continuing to talk to the child, "Tommy, you're so smart! Let's do this next problem,"

But Thomas wasn't paying attention, his big eyes blinking at Samuel. He asked Eliana curiously, "Aunt Eliana, is this your husband?" Though ...