Hailey's POV
I ran upstairs to my room, tears streaming down my face after mom's intervention between Aiden and me. I felt like I'd been punched in the gut, my happiness short-lived once again. I collapsed on my bed, overwhelmed by the weight of exhaustion. The thought of leaving without my son, Damien, was a huge blow, a painful sting that refused to subside.
But as I lay there, feeling helpless and trapped, my thoughts turned to Damien. I needed to see him, to hold him close and feel his warm, tiny body against mine. I quickly got up from bed and rushed to his cradle, my heart aching with love and longing.
As I reached his cradle, I saw that he was awake, his bright, light blue eyes sparkling with excitement. He gave me a toothy grin, his chubby cheeks puffing out with joy. My heart m
