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As the minutes ticked by, I could feel the exhaustion start to set in, but I couldn't bring myself to stop crying.

I wanted to scream, to yell, to lash out at Rui for what he had done. But deep down, I knew that wouldn't change anything. He was gone, and I was left to pick up the pieces.

Just as I was about to drift off into a fitful sleep, a sudden wail pierced the silence.

Jade.

I bolted upright, my eyes wide with worry as I rushed to the crib

I bolted upright, my eyes wide with worry as I rushed to the crib

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The lights flickering on as I used my powers.

Jade was squirming, her face scrunched up in distress, and my heart sank

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Jade was squirming, her face scrunched up in distress, and my heart sank.

Something was wrong. I scooped her up, cradling her close to my chest, trying to soothe her.

 I scooped her up, cradling her close to my chest, trying to soothe her

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Y-Shhh, it's okay, Jade. Mommy's here

I whispered, my voice trembling.

But Jade's cries only grew louder, and I could feel the panic rising within me.

I paced the room, rocking her gently, but nothing seemed to work. I needed help, and I needed it now.

Y-Dad! Mom!Help, somebody!

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