Chapter: 2681

Joey bit his lip, stifling his question, and waved at Rachel obediently. “Mommy, I'll take my medicine and get better, but you have to come visit me every day."

Rachel nodded, her smile brightening. She extended her pinky towards him. “Yes, it's a promise."

Joey eagerly linked his pinky with hers, their thumbs pressing together firmly. “Whoever breaks the promise is a little puppy."

It was deep into the night when Rachel opened the apartment door quietly. She was met by an enveloping darkness, prompting a frown to form on her face. She flicked on her phone's flashlight and stepped inside quietly.

Something felt off. Had Alberto not returned yet?