Jesse’s phone buzzed in his pocket as he stepped outside the hospital building. He reached out for it, only to see the screen lit up with "Mom" and he hesitated for a moment before swiping to answer.

"Hello, Mrs. Hartmann" he said quietly, leaning against his car.

"How are you, son? And… how’s Aiden’s wife doing now?" Her voice was filled with worry.

Jesse rubbed his forehead and forced a small smile even though she couldn’t see it. "She’s fine. She’s recovering well ...