The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning (Madelyn) novel Chapter 848

Madelyn and Mya were having dinner in the hospital room. Madelyn had a bowl of oatmeal, while Mya dug into chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, and soup. "This food's amazing, Madelyn," Mya said.

"If you want seconds, let me know," Madelyn replied.

Margaret entered the room. "Should we set aside some food for Mr. Jardin?"

Madelyn, not lifting her gaze, replied, "No. He'll manage."

Margaret nodded and returned to the kitchenette.

Mya, patting her belly contentedly, asked, "Can I come visit you again tomorrow?"

Madelyn smiled. "Of course. But for now, you should head home. It's getting late, and you wouldn't want your father to worry."

Mya looked at the clock and realized it was almost nine o'clock. She went to Madelyn and gave her a tight hug, then kissed her cheek. "I'm so glad you're okay, Madelyn." With that, she left the room, walking with her usual cheerful bounce.

With a deep breath, Madelyn wheeled herself into the neighboring room, where the injured Dalton lay. Seeing him in such a state stirred deep emotions in her. She whispered, 'Dal, I've often felt you reaching out to me as "mom". How I wish I could be that for you. But the truth is, I can't have children of my own. I'll always be here to care for you, but I can't be the mother you long for. I'm so sorry, Dal.'

Madelyn had just returned from the next room and was getting ready for bed when Zach entered. Despite the late hour, he appeared wide awake. But when he approached to assist her from the wheelchair to the bed, she detected a hint of alcohol on his breath.

"I was just out for a bit, having some drinks with Kai. He's left already," Zach explained.

Madelyn said, "You don't have to tell me."