Chapter 87

Drake’s mind raced with worry and a sense of guilt for not acting sooner. He glanced at David in the rearview mirror, his heart aching for his son’s suffering.

Upon arriving at the hospital, they rushed David inside, his small frame looking frail against the sterile surroundings.

The urgency of the situation was evident as they were quickly ushered into an examination room. Nurses and doctors bustled around, tending to other patients, but for Drake and Kate, their world had narrowed down to the bed where their son lay.

Drake’s anxiety only grew as he watched the medical staff work diligently to assess David’s condition. Kate held his hand tightly, offering silent support as they waited for answers. Finally, a doctor approached them with a gentle smile.

“We’ve started David on antibiotics to bring down his fever,” the doctor explained. “We’ll be monitoring him closely and running some tests to determine the cause of his illness.”

Drake nodded, his voice