Jeremy’s POV
It’s been a few days since Alondra was discharged, and I’m finally taking her back home.
I watch her as I help her walk; she still feels weak. But I’m not going to let her carry anything—neither the exhaustion nor anything else that could weigh her down.
Without a second thought, I scoop her into my arms and carry her to her bedroom. Alondra settles against me, her face close to mine.
Seeing her so peaceful calms my entire world. Paulina, who has been following us the whole time, stops at the doorway. When she sees Alondra is fine, she smiles in relief.
“I’ll leave you two alone,” she says with a soft smile, and without waiting for a reply, she walks away.
I gently lay Alondra on the bed and stay by her side as she gets comfortable.
“Thank you, Jeremy,” she says, her vo
