Chapter 82

The afternoon sunlight was pouring weakly through the hospital ward’s window, painting the room in a soft glow. Olivia had been shifted to a private ward after the emergency, and finally, the machines around her had stopped making loud alarming sounds. “Mum… just one more spoon,” Lily said gently, holding a bowl of warm porridge in her hand. She carefully lifted the spoon, blowing on it softly before bringing it to Olivia’s lips. Olivia frowned slightly. “I’m full, Lily. Enough.” But Lily shook her head stubbornly. “No, Mum, please… you need strength. Just this one spoon.” Olivia sighed. She never could win when Lily insisted like this. “Alright, alright,” she said, opening her mouth reluctantly. She swallowed the spoonful of porridge, and Lily finally set the bowl aside, satisfied. “Thank you,” Olivia said, a small tired smile tugging on her lips. Lily smiled back warmly. “You’re welcome, Mum.” But Olivia wasn’t done. “What about you? Have you eaten anything?” she asked, narrowing her