Staying Over.

As they continued to talk, a nurse walked into the recovery room and interrupted their conversation. "I'm sorry to interrupt, but visiting hours are over now," she said kindly. "Mrs. Morrone needs to get some rest."

Mrs. Morrone, Kate, and Sebastian all looked disappointed but understood the need for rest.

"We'll be leaving soon," Kate assured the nurse.

The nurse nodded and left the room, leaving the Morrone family and Alexander alone.

"Well, I guess we should get going," Alexander said, standing up from his seat.

Mrs. Morrone, Kate, and Sebastian all stood up as well, preparing to leave.

"Thank you again, Alexander," Mrs. Morrone said, tears welling up in her eyes. "You've done so much for us, and we'll never forget it."

Alexander smiled warmly. "It was my pleasure," he said. "Take care, and I'll check on you soon."

As they prepared to leave the hospital, Mrs. Morrone turned to her daughter Kate and grandson Sebastian. "Where will you stay? It's already dark outside," she ask