CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SEVEN: PEACE

In the days that followed Oliver's allergic reaction, Anna found herself haunted by guilt. Every time she looked at him, she was reminded of the mistake she had made and the danger she had put him in. She couldn't shake the feeling that she had failed him as a caregiver, that she hadn't been vigilant enough to protect him from harm. Despite Oliver's reassurances and forgiveness, Anna couldn't forgive herself so easily. She spent sleepless nights tossing and turning, her mind consumed with thoughts of what could have happened if they hadn't made it to the hospital in time. She vowed to never let her guard down again, to always be vigilant when it came to Oliver's allergies. To make amends for her mistake, Anna threw herself into researching food allergies and educating herself about potential triggers. She read books and articles, consulted with allergists, and joined online support groups for parents of children with allergies. She wanted to be as informed as possible, to never make