Chapter 160

Nicholas noticed her trembling hand reaching for the door handle and gently pulled her back, his voice low and calm. "You don't have to go in yet. Take a breath, okay?"

Emily nodded, her eyes not leaving Nikon's form. "I just... I need to see him, Nicholas. I need to make sure he's okay." Her voice was barely a whisper, strained with emotion.

Nicholas let out a sigh and took her hand, guiding her into the room when the doctor gave them the go-ahead. As they entered, Emily’s breath caught in her throat. She approached Nikon’s bed slowly, her hands trembling as she gently brushed his hair away from his forehead.

“Please be okay, sweetheart” she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. "Please be okay, Mummy sorry, Nah."