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13 | The Doctor said Dad is fine

Shortly after the doctor left, Alex’s panic increased. His mind pondered about the expensive surgery Jack needed, and memories of hearing about someone who needed cancer treatment flashed through his mind, but he quickly dismissed them.

Even though he felt deceived by Jack in the past months, he didn't wish Jack any harm.

Exiting the hospital, Alex felt a hollow emptiness as he recalled the surgery’s cost again. He had no money with him, and the only money Jack managed to save was not up to a thousand dollars which they prepared to pay their rent and Emma’s school bills.

Warmth enveloped Alex’s hand, drifting him away from his thoughts. Looking down, he saw Emma’s soft hand in his.

“What did the doctor say?” Emma asked, and a fake smile played on Alex’s lips.

He squatted down to Emma’s height, as he spoke softly. “The doctor said Dad is fine,”

“Then why did you lock yourself in the room? I was banging on the door, so you could check him after he fainted.”

“I’m sorry, small mom. I wa
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