I looked at Gary in surprise . But he wasn't looking at me . " Jessica , my heart beats differently whenever you're around . " " I wonder if you can hear it . " I couldn't tell if Gary's body had actually changed . " Should I check during Gary's next physical ? " I raised my left hand to look at the ring I wore . Gary raised his left hand too . " Jessica , this ring truly connects us , doesn't it ? " " Then ... could you visit me in my dreams ? " His words made my heart ache . " You won't see me . " " If I could , I'd have visited my little darling long ago . " " Maybe it's because I chose to stay here , but I'm not ready to move on . " I knew I was a soul with choices now . But my little darling was still young , and I wanted to watch her grow . Gary didn't stay long before returning to his room . That night passed like any other . Gary didn't see me in his dreams . Afterward , he slept clutching his journal , my photo tucked beneath his pillow . Time slipped by unnoticed . 0.0 % My little darling turned seven , ready for elementary school . Gary took her to change her surname to his . Gary specifically took Baby to visit my grave and confided in me . " Jessica , I've given Baby a new name , Christine Hall . " " It comes from ' The peach tree beams grace , its leaves lush and thriving . ' What do you think ? " This name was inspired by Gary while I watched over them . Baby would remain her nickname . " I hope her future blossoms as beautifully as her name promises . " My anticipation grew watching Baby thrive . He sighed , gazing at my photo on the tombstone . " Jessica , why won't you appear in my dreams ? " " I think of you constantly . Do you not wish to see me ? " Baby shook her head beside him . " Baby doesn't dream of Mommy either . She must be very busy . " " Maybe we should write Mommy letters . " Gary nodded . " You're right , sweetheart . " So they began writing me letters . Every few months , they'd burn them at my grave . Often , I'd be right there watching them write . This ritual continued for five years . Tonight , Gary made his way to my study again . He settled at my desk to write as usual . " Jessica , I still long to dream of you . " 29.5 % Chapter 22 " I'm taking good care of myself . My recent physical showed perfect health . " " This time with the new company project , I haven't pulled all - nighters once . " I quietly watched Gary writing line after line . " I've kept up with workouts too . I remember you liked abs . " Sometimes I couldn't help responding . " Gary , why are you writing every little thing in these letters now ? " I covered my face , embarrassed . But Gary couldn't hear me , his writing uninterrupted . " Though our sweet Christine's so lively now , always coming up with wild ideas ... " Hearing this , I drifted over to see what Christine was doing . She stood stuffing an envelope , looking tearful . " Mom , fifth - grade math is impossible , " she sniffled . Then sandwiched blank test papers between her high - scoring ones . Folded them repeatedly before cramming into the envelope . I shook my head helplessly . " You should see Christine's latest brilliant scheme , Gary . " If memory served , that was homework she needed to submit . " Back then I only burned tests needing parental signatures when I failed . " " Did she really inherit this particular habit ? " I wondered how Gary would handle this discovery . 64.7 % Title: Caution! Cute Baby Alert! In "Caution! Cute Baby Alert!" by CrushReel, Scarlett's life takes an unexpected turn after a night with the enigmatic billionaire, Robert, leaves her pregnant and alone. Rejected by her parents and believing her baby to be lost, Scarlett's world unravels. Little does she know that secrets lie beneath the surface, waiting to be unveiled. Exploring themes of love, loss, and newfound strength, this modern romance novel delves into the complexities of relationships amidst wealth and power. Scarlett's journey from abandonment to resilience resonates with readers seeking a tale of redemption and hope. Set against the backdrop of luxurious mansions and high-stakes office drama, the story weaves a captivating narrative that keeps you on the edge of your seat. What sets "Caution! Cute Baby Alert!" apart is its ability to blend heartwarming moments with gripping twists, creating a unique reading experience that lingers long after the final page. Available to read at CrushReel, this sweet romance promises to tug at your heartstrings while delivering a compelling storyline that defies expectations.