Chapter 13
Category:
Romance
Author:
AylaWords:1180Update time:25/05/26 19:55:34
That night, I chattered on and on, and later it seemed I even cried.
In my drowsy state, the large hand holding mine never let go, and that warmth allowed me to sleep soundly through the night.
Today, my mind was unusually clear.
I wanted to be discharged and return home.
I thought York wouldn't agree, but he readily consented.
As soon as we got home, I headed straight for the kitchen.
York asked me, "Are you hungry?"
I shook my head: "I'm going to make you some pumpkin soup!"
This recipe came from a grandmother in the hospital who had been cooking for over 60 years; she shared her foolproof instructions for making pumpkin soup with me.
I followed the steps in my memory step by step.
Indeed, it felt like I had divine assistance, and everything went smoothly.
Satisfied, I ladled out the soup and served it to York.
York gave me a thumbs up.
He asked me while drinking, "Why did you have to cook for me?"
I murmured, "Didn't you say it yourself? You wished to eat a meal cooked by me."
York was taken aback and looked at me sharply, "What did you say?"
I looked at him blankly. "What?"
What did I just say? Why can't I remember?
York lowered his eyes and shook his head.
It seemed something fell into the bowl.
He quietly finished the soup.
Putting down the bowl, he said, "It's delicious. When I turned ten, I made a wish to eat a meal made by my mom. I didn't expect it to come true."
I widened my eyes.
Could it be that I wanted to cook for him!
I looked at York sadly, wanting to apologize for not being able to give him a complete childhood.
York suddenly stood up and said, "I'll wash the dishes." "Serves you right!" he said.
I wanted to follow him, but warm liquid flowed down from my nose.
I raised my hand to wipe it away, revealing a bright red stain.
I hurriedly turned to find a tissue but accidentally bumped into a stool.
"What's wrong?" York shook his head.
I quickly wiped away the blood, "Nothing. I'm looking for a movie. Let's watch one later."
York said, "Okay!"
We never ended up watching a movie because I fell asleep while waiting for York.
When I woke up, it was already dark outside.
Dazed and confused, I saw York sitting by my bedside, holding my hand.
"I'm sorry I didn't watch the movie with you."
York shook his head.
I urged him, "Go to bed!"
But he still shook his head.
Suddenly, he said, "I'm scared, Mom. I'm scared. Don't sleep, stay with me, okay?"
Finally hearing York call me 'Mom' made me want to agree to anything, but I was so tired.
"Tomorrow, I'll stay with you tomorrow, okay?"
"No!" York growled, gripping my hand tightly. "You're not allowed to sleep, no!"
But I was so exhausted!
I tried to look at him, to see his face clearly, but failed.
I wanted to tell him: Don't be afraid, Mom is here with you!
But not a word would come out.
York suddenly relaxed his grip and whispered softly in my ear, "Sleep now, but tomorrow you have to watch the sunrise with me. You promised, so don't break your word."
I nodded and slowly closed my eyes.
I need a good sleep. Tomorrow, I'm going to watch the sunrise with my son.