A Love Trap

The teacher called Fabio to the front of the class and introduced him to the other children. She stood and watched as Fabio immediately befriended the rest of the class.

She watched over the children for some time before getting back to Ashley. "Fabio is getting along with the other children really well," the teacher happily reported to Ashley.

Ashley watched Fabio play with his classmates through a window. The boy seemed to enjoy his time with the class a lot.

The teacher looked towards the same direction as Ashley. After some time, Ashley smiled and said, "He's such a good boy. I can already see that he likes being in class with the other children."

"I just met him today, but he is one of the best kids I have ever seen. Usually, new kids cry and make a scene during their first day in school. Time and time again, those children prove to be difficult to handle! It really takes time and patience for them to feel comfortable," the teacher said.

"These kids are so used to having their parents near them for many years. I do understand why they would react that way towards a whole new environment. But they get more and more comfortable through time, right?" Ashley said politely.

The teacher nodded and said, "Yes, that's right!

Everyone seems quite obedient...

How old is Fabio?"

"Four and a half years old."

"Is this his first time in kindergarten?"

"Yes, he actually did not want to come today. Fabio has an older brother, who would teach him from time to time. Seeing that, I didn't feel the need to urge Fabio to attend kindergarten."

"It is actually beneficial for a child to attend kindergarten for some time. That way, he will be able to socialize with children of his age. Knowing how to make friends is essential in the coming stages of a child's life," the teacher replied.

Ashley nodded and answered, "Yes, we do believe that. That's actually why we decided to bring him here."

Richard stood idly beside Ashley, and so did Andrew. Neither of the two spoke.

The teacher looked at Richard and asked Ashley rather curiously, "Is this Fabio's older brother, the one you were talking about?"

Ashley looked at Richard. She smiled and replied, "Yes, he is."

a very beautiful

at Ashley

"Thank you, teacher."

She decided to sit on a

was, Ashley stroked his head and said, "Don't you want to go and play

head and said, "No. I'd rather stay

play those games anymore. To him, they were games, appropriate for toddlers

Andrew, who sat next to Richard and was also rather silent. She

husband would remain silent as long as

demeanor somewhat peculiar. 'I wonder

raised Richard from the moment she met him. 'He had always been this reserved. But

Ashley pondered further.

wanted to spend her day-off with her children so she was happy to sign them up for school today. Her heart began to melt

would be Fabio's school for more than a

The boy had stopped playing with the other children.

child's forehead and asked, "Why

and said, "It was fun at first, but things got boring after a

'It turns

here for more than a year? Especially now that he had lost his interest in

be coming here every day, starting tomorrow. You must listen to your teacher and behave well. You'll be here

said helplessly as she looked at Fabio's little face.

nodded his little head and said, "Okay, Mommy. I understand. But can

let's go." Ashley was amused by the funny look on

was already excited to get back

took the kids home, with Andrew

spare. After the

mind. She decided that the rest of the day would be spent on fun activities for the boys. 'Might as well grab this time for the family.

about we go to the amusement park today? What do you think, kids?" Ashley suggested gleefully. Ashley smiled and stared at the kids,

blinked his eyes and quickly answered,

Richard? Do you want to go to the amusement park?" she urged.