Steve and Catherine were advised by the doctors that the procedure was a success and that John was well. His treatment would still last a few more months, but the chances of the cure were much greater now.
Catherine smiled in relief.
Thank my God! Catherine thought.
Steve also breathed a sigh of relief.
Steve, this is so good. Our son will be fine!
That's wonderful, Cath.
Will the girls be able to sleep at Danny's house? You need to be with John.
Actually, the girls aren't with Danny. Steve said.
And who are they with? Catherine asked, worried.
With my mother.
Doris? Did she appear again?
Yes. She said she left the CIA and is going to buy a house near ours.
That's very good, Steve. The children like Dóris. It's their only grandmother and this closeness will be very good for the children and for Doris too.
How are you feeling? Steve asked.
With pain. The cesarean really hurts.
And how did Jordan spend the night? Does he cry a lot? Steve asked.
No. He slept most of the night. I woke up three times to breastfeeding him.
I'm going back to the room, Steve. Tani is with baby. I'll ask to see John when he comes to the room.
Okay, Cath. Go get some rest.
How can I rest with a newborn baby? How you forgotten? Catherine asked.
But the other time we had three babies and we had no experience.
Yes this is true. Catherine said.
Come here. Thank you for the children you gave me. I could never imagine another mother for my children. Only you. Steve said, hugging Catherine carefully.
I also never imagined another father for my children. Only you.
Two days later, Catherine, Jordan, and John went home.
Catherine came home and found Doris with messy hair playing with the girls.
Doris, good to see you. What happened to your hair? Catherine asked.
I have two hairdressers here. Emily and Michelle. Said Doris, smiling.
Catherine smiled. You can't let them do whatever they want with you, Doris.
Come on, Catherine. Grandmother is for this very thing, spoil the grandchildren.
And you baby? Come meet Grandma. Doris said, taking Jordan from Catherine's lap.
Oh, he's beautiful! Said Doris.
Emily, Michelle, come and give Mom a hug. I missed you both, my daughters. Catherine said.
Emily and Michelle hugged Catherine. Catherine kissed and hugged them.
John, come here, love. Catherine said.
John came over and hugged the sisters. I love you, Emily. I love you, Michelle.
Wow, John! That's so beautiful, son. Catherine said smiling.
Emily and Michelle, meet your little brother, Jordan. Said Steve.
Doris sat with Jordan on her lap so the girls could see him.
Emily smiled and took hold of Jordan's small hand.
Michelle looked and also touched Jordan's arm.
Michelle looked at Catherine and smiled.
Did you like him, daughter?
I like him, Mommy.
He love you too, my dear. Catherine said to Michell.
Pick it. I'm going to cook dinner. Said Doris, handing Jordan over to Catherine.
Thank you for taking care of the girls and the house, Doris. Catherine said.
You're welcome. Said Doris going into the kitchen.
My mom's making dinner and I'm going to give a shower in the three of you. Steve said to the kids.
Steve smiled.
What is it, Steve? Catherine asked.
I'm thinking how I like to see our house full. How about a fifth child?
You're kidding, right? Catherine said.
Yes, I'm joking. Steve said, laughing loudly.
Go give the kids a shower, Steve. Catherine said laughing too.
One year later...
Steve was at Catherine's side. Catherine held Jordan in her lap, and John, Emily, and Michelle were around their parents.
Steve picked up the microphone.
Good night friends. I want to thank all of you here today. Today we are celebrating the one-year anniversary of our son Jordan and the healing of our son John. We are doubly happy and we want to share our joy with you. Seize the party!
Welcome everyone. Catherine said happily.
My loves, go play. Have fun. Love you. Catherine told the children.
The children went to play and Catherine smiled at Steve.
I love this smile, you know? And I love you too, "Steve told Catherine.
I love you too, Steve. And this love is forever!
The end.
We have reached the end of this story. I hope you enjoyed. Thanks for reading.
