Hearts in chaos: Hearts Entwined book 4

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“Hey there!” Mia said, her voice still a bit raspy but infused with warmth. She sat up in her bed, her hair pulled back into a messy bun, and a hint of color had returned to her cheeks. Jin felt a wave of relief wash over him at the sight of her looking better.

“Hi, Mia,” he replied, stepping closer to her bedside. “How are you feeling today?”

“Much better, thank you,” she said, a soft smile gracing her lips. “I think I’ll be able to go home tomorrow.”

“That’s great to hear! We’ve been waiting for you,” Jin said, trying to keep his excitement in check. “I was thinking about our picnic dinner in the backyard, but—”

Just then, a doctor entered the room, interrupting their conversation. He greeted them with a friendly smile. “Good morning, Mia. How are we feeling today?”

“Much better, I think,” Mia replied.

“Glad to hear it. We’ll be running some final tests, but I’d like you to stay one more night for observation. You still need to rest and recover fully before going home.”

Jin’s heart sank a little at the doctor’s words, but he nodded, wanting to respect the medical advice. “Of course. We just wanted to make sure she’s okay.”

The doctor nodded and explained a few more things about Mia’s recovery, emphasizing the importance of rest and hydration. After a few minutes, he left the room, and Jin turned to Mia, who looked slightly disappointed.

“I’m so sorry, Mia,” Jin said, trying to hide his own frustration. “I was really looking forward to that picnic.”

Mia sighed softly, her eyes meeting his. “I was too. But I understand that I need to take care of myself. I don’t want to slow you and Jiwoon down.”

Jin shook his head. “It’s not about that. Your health is the most important thing. We can postpone the picnic. Instead, how about an indoor picnic? I’ll bring the food here, and we can have a cozy meal together.”

Mia’s eyes brightened at the suggestion. “That sounds perfect! As long as I get to spend time with you both, I’m happy.”

Just then, Jin heard the door open behind him. Jiwoon poked his head in, his eyes wide with excitement. “Mia! Are you feeling better?”

“I am, Jiwoon! Thank you for asking,” Mia replied, her face lighting up at the sight of Jin’s son.

“Daddy said we were going to have a picnic!” Jiwoon exclaimed, his voice bubbling with enthusiasm.

Jin crouched down beside Jiwoon, keeping his voice low. “Well, we’re still going to have a picnic, but it’s going to be indoors so Mia can rest. What do you think?”

Jiwoon’s face fell slightly but quickly turned into a bright smile. “As long as Mia comes home, I don’t mind! I want her to be better so we can play together!”

Jin felt a warmth spread through him at Jiwoon’s sincerity. “That’s the spirit! I’ll make sure everything is perfect for our indoor picnic,” he said, ruffling Jiwoon’s hair affectionately.

Mia chuckled softly, her heart swelling at the bond they shared. “You two are the best. I’ll make sure to bring my favorite snacks for our picnic too!”

As they chatted, Jin’s mind raced with ideas. He wanted to make this indoor picnic special for Mia, something that would brighten her spirits after her illness. “Okay, how about I bring some sandwiches, fruit, and your favorite dessert?” he suggested, glancing at Mia for approval.

Mia nodded enthusiastically. “Yes, that sounds amazing! I can’t wait!”

“Let’s do it! I’ll go get everything while Jiwoon keeps you company,” Jin said, standing up. “What do you want to do while I’m gone, Jiwoon?”