“When are you going to be able to leave the hospital?” Amber asked as she sat beside Noah, watching Jaxson and Alexander play quietly together on the bed.
“Tomorrow,” Noah replied. “I even had Dianne check on him again today. I just wanted to make sure, Bear.” His voice was soft, almost protective. Amber reached out and placed her hand gently over his.
“He’s alright, Boo,” she said with a warm smile, and Noah couldn’t help but smile back.
“What about you guys? When are you going to be discharged?” Noah asked. “I’m sorry I couldn’t visit Croxx,” he added, guilt flickering in his voice.
“Tomorrow too—we’ve got the same schedule,” Amber said with a little laugh. “And it’s alright, Boo, we understand. Besides, we’re still going shopping this weekend, right?” she leaned.
“Right,” Noah sa
