That evening, Michael sat by Andrew's bedside, his concern palpable. The hours of waiting felt endless until the doctor finally arrived. With a thorough examination, the doctor confirmed that Andrew had regained consciousness and was stable.
"He's doing fine, but he'll need to stay here for a few more days to recover fully," the doctor said, reassuring Michael. "I'll call your guardians so they can come visit."
Michael nodded gratefully. As he waited for Mr. Thompson and Mr. Harris to arrive, he felt a mix of relief and anxiety, hoping that Andrew would be able to recover swiftly.
The next morning, Mr. Thompson and Mr. Harris arrived at the hospital with all the other boys in tow. The atmosphere was somber as they walked into Andrew's room. Andrew lay in bed, looking weak but relieved to see his family around him. His eyes widened slightly when he saw Logan enter the room.
Logan approached cautiously, his face marked by genuine remorse. "Andrew, I'm so sorry," he said earnestly. "I didn't mean for any of this to happen. Please forgive me."
Andrew, despite his pain and exhaustion, reached out and held Logan's hand tightly. With a soft, forgiving smile, he replied, "I forgive you, Logan. Just promise me it won't happen again."
Logan nodded vigorously, tears welling up in his eyes. The atmosphere in the room shifted, the tension easing as the two boys reached an understanding. Andrew's innocence and capacity for forgiveness shone through, a testament to his good nature.
Mr. Thompson and Mr. Harris joined Andrew's bedside, their faces showing a mix of concern and affection. They spoke with Andrew, offering words of comfort and encouragement. "We're here for you, Andrew," Mr. Thompson said softly. "Rest up and get well soon. We want to see you back to full health as soon as possible."
Mr. Harris gently stroked Andrew's hair and added, "We're proud of you for staying strong. We'll take good care of you."
As Andrew settled into a more comfortable position, Mr. Thompson and Mr. Harris stayed by his side, offering him the reassurance and comfort he needed. Michael observed from a corner of the room, feeling a sense of relief that his brother was surrounded by care and support.
The day was marked by a quiet sense of healing and resolution. The family gathered around Andrew, their presence a source of comfort and strength. For now, the focus was on Andrew's recovery, with hopes that the painful events of the past days would gradually give way to a more peaceful and harmonious future.
To be continued
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