Jamie's expression shifted almost imperceptibly as she asked, "Charlie, do you like that Uncle Ben a lot?"

"I do! He brings me lots of stuff, and I like that grandma too."

"I see."

Jamie looked at Charlie who was oblivious to the truth that the "Uncle Ben" he adored was actually the father he had always longed for. Her chest tightened with an uncomfortable heaviness.

For a moment, doubt crept in. Had she made the right choice back then, hiding the truth and keeping Ben and the Lucas family in the dark?

Maybe if she hadn't, Charlie wouldn't have grown up without a father in his life.

Charlie suddenly stopped, his face lighting up with joy as he spotted someone. Letting go of her hand, he ran ahead.

"Uncle Ben!" he shouted, launching himself into Ben's arms.

Ben crouched down to scoop him up. The usually reserved man, known for his detached demeanor, softened visibly in Charlie's presence, even smiling.

a couple of days. Were you

me out to play

out of her daze. She reached over and pinched Charlie's chubby cheek, her tone playful. "You little rascal, you forget all

softened as

a moment before turning to Jamie. "Let's get going.

insisted on sitting next to her, she didn't take

with them

barrier between them offered Jamie some relief. She had grown even

firm resolve to sever any ties with him. In her mind, Ben belonged

Even as he held Charlie's hand, his

the car pulled up to the

members stood at the entrance, waiting for them. With the park rented out entirely, there was no need for

handed Charlie a cotton candy

so big!" Charlie exclaimed

the oversized treat and

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