Father's Promise

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It was already nine at night when Lucian left the hotel. Starting the car, he wanted to return to the hospital. He was still worried even though Marilyn was there with Roxanne. However, just as he started driving, his phone rang. He took his phone and saw it was an incoming call from Benny. Lucian thought of what Colby had said that afternoon and subconsciously felt warmth fill his heart when he saw Benny’s name on his phone screen. “Daddy, are you not coming back tonight either?” Benny’s voice quickly rang in Lucian’s ear when the call connected. His tone was filled with dejection and anticipation. Lucian could already imagine the three children waiting eagerly at home. If Roxanne were awake, she would’ve asked me to go home and comfort them. As he thought of that, Lucian slowe

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