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    Eric reached out to Cordell, rattling off a detailed list of tasks. “Empty the two rooms beside mine. One of them needs arge walk-in closet and the other a cozy child’s bedroom,plete with child-proof furniture. Oh, and spruce up the garden while you’re at it…”


    His requests were so extensive that Hadley and Joy couldn’t settle in right away.


    “Perhaps it’s a blessing in disguise,” Eric mused, cradling Joy tenderly in his arms while casting a gentle nce at Hadley. “This gives us time to ensure everything’s just right. I’ll have Dr. Nixon stop by for a visit, too.”


    Thurston Nixon, Joy’s devoted hematologist, was a reassuring presence they trusted.


    Hadley nodded, her thoughts perfectly aligned with his.<fndb20> The source of th?s content is FindN0vel</fndb20>


    As they spoke, a nurse glided in with a treatment cart to administer Eric’s afternoon therapy. His regimen now included morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, with doctors keeping a close eye on his injured finger.


    Once the nurse departed, Hadley tucked two soft throw pillows beneath Eric’s left hand, propping it up with care. She stole a nce at his little finger. “Can you feel anything there?” she asked softly.


    “It’s sore and painful,” Eric admitted candidly, “but it’s worse at night.”


    Hadley gave a reassuring nod. “That’s good. The doctor mentioned that pain is a hopeful sign. Numbness would be far more troubling.”


    Their conversation paused as a knock echoed at the door. Phillips had arrived.


    Phillips entered, armed with aptop and a neat stack of documents, greeting Hadley with a warm, courteous smile. “Hadley,” he said.


    “Phillips,” Hadley replied with a nod, sensing the work awaiting them. She beckoned to Joy. “Come, sweetheart, let’s y in the other room. Eric has things to do.”


    “Okay, but Mommy, carry me!” Joy chirped.


    “Alright.” Hadley scooped Joy up, pausing briefly to remind Eric, “Keep that hand elevated—don’t let it slip.”


    Eric’s face softened, a warm smile spreading. “I won’t forget,” he promised.


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    Phillips chimed in, “Don’t worry, I’ll keep an eye on him.”


    “Alright, I’ll let you get on with it.”


    With a nod, Hadley carried Joy off to y, asionally ncing back at the hospital bed.


    In no time at all, the bed and mobile table were already piled high with documents and files. Eric was engrossed in discussion with Phillips, his brow furrowed in concentration.


    Hadley rarely saw him so absorbed, somanding—a side of him that felt almost foreign, yet undeniably captivating.


    “Mommy, it’s your turn!” Joy’s voice pulled her back.


    “Alright,” Hadley smiled, diving back into their game. “Let me see…”


    That evening, Ernest arrived at the hospital, his eyes settling on Eric’s bandaged hand. A frown creased his face as he shook his head. “Why didn’t you tell me about this?” he asked, concerncing his tone.


    “I didn’t want to burden you,” Eric replied with a faint smile. “Besides, given the mess at the time, telling you wouldn’t have changed a thing. It was, after all, a Scott family affair.”


    Ernest sighed, his gaze softening with understanding. “Your finger may be out ofmission, but you’re in remarkably high spirits.”


    Eric’s smile widened as he lifted his bandaged hand slightly. “Not too shabby, considering. Hadley and Joy will soon be moving in with me.”


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