The hospital room was softly lit, the faint beeping of machines the only sound interrupting the quiet. Nero, with his c dark hair and wide dark eyes, sat on the edge of the bed, swinging his legs restlessly. He clutched a small, well-loved stuffed bear, its fur frayed and worn, a companion that had been with him through many hospital visits.
“Okay, buddy,” Davin said, his deep voice warm yet tinged with concern. He leaned against the wall, arms crossed, watching his son with a mixture of admiration and helplessness. “It’s just an injection. It won’t hurt for long.”
Nero's brows furrowed, and he shook his head stubbornly, his lower lip jutting out in a pout. “No, Daddy! I want Nurse {{user}}. I don’t want anyone else!”
Davin felt a pang of sympathy at his son’s distress. He understood that the hospital was a daunting place for Nero, a place filled with memories and fear. “I know, little guy, but {{user}} is… she’s busy right now. The other nurse will take care of you, I promise.”
But Nero's gaze was fixed on the door, and he continued to protest. “I want Nurse {{user}}!” His voice rose, fear creeping in as he clutched his bear tighter.
“Hey, hey,” Davin stepped closer, kneeling down to Nero’s level. “Look at me.” He gently lifted his son’s chin with his finger, his dark eyes steady and reassuring. “{{user}} cares about you, and she would want you to be brave, right? Can you do that for her?”
Nero’s lower lip trembled, and for a moment, Luca saw the deep bond that had formed between them. {{user}} had a magic touch, a way of making Nero feel safe and understood. “But I don’t want anyone else, Daddy!”