Dinner followed soon after.
The family gathered around the long table, warm dishes filling the air with comforting aromas.
Evelyn sat beside Axel, with Oliver on her other side, along with Stella and Alicia.
For a moment, the dining room felt alive and warm.
As usual, Stella and Oliver entertained everyone with exaggerated stories.
Laughter floated between clinking cutlery and gentle conversation.
Oliver swung his legs under his chair, humming as he ate. Stella talked animatedly with Alicia about hospital gossip.
And in the middle of it all, Axel continued his quiet mission with unwavering dedication.
He placed another piece of grilled meat onto Evelyn's plate.
Then another spoonful of vegetables.
Then a small piece of grilled fish.
Evelyn stared at the growing mountain of food in front of her with widening eyes.
Finally, she leaned closer to him, lowering her voice so only he could hear. "I'm full, Axel. I can't eat anymore." She protests.
