Eagle urged him to focus on his studies.

He also urged him to eat more.

Under Eagle's supervision, Joe felt stifled.

He felt deprived of any semblance of freedom.

He recoiled from Eagle's attempts to hold him, feeling trapped within the man's grasp.

In Eagle's arms, there was no comfort, no warmth — only confinement.

All he longed for was the tender embrace of his mother.

Camila arched her eyebrows, shooting a quizzical glance at Eagle. "Is he really that scared of you?"

Turning towards Eagle, she awaited his response.

Perplexed, Eagle couldn't decipher Camila's intent.

"Maybe he's still sore about me being too strict in your absence. Could he have a grudge?"

Suddenly, Camila erupted into laughter, her amusement bubbling over.

“Nice one," she commended with a chuckle.

Eagle echoed her grin, relieved by her reaction.

Meanwhile, at Starhaven, Morrison was discharged from the hospital, marking the end of his stay.

In recognition of his valor, the police station granted him a well-deserved break.

Balancing his recuperation and the arrival of Laura's newborn, Morrison embraced the opportunity to spend quality time with his family.

In times past, Morrison would have balked at the notion of rest.

He had dedicated years to tireless service without pause.

Yet this time, he acquiesced, acknowledging the goodwill of his superiors.