Jamie's heart nearly jumped out of her chest.

She rushed over to check on Charlie. "Are you okay? Does it hurt? Let Mommy blow on it."

"It doesn't hurt. I just accidentally bumped into that lady." Charlie mumbled, clutching the hem of his shirt awkwardly.

Jamie looked up, ready to apologize, but the woman didn't say anything and simply turned and walked away.

Did she look scary or something?

"That woman was wearing a mask and didn't seem trustworthy. Don't bother," Ben said with a frown.

Hearing that, Jamie decided to let it go.

Thankfully, Charlie wasn't hurt.

"You worry too much about Charlie. A small fall like this won't hurt him," Ben remarked.

"I know. I just can't change overnight," Jamie admitted.

She understood what Ben was saying. But habits, especially those built on years of fear and caution, weren't easy to break.

didn't dwell on the incident, quickly putting it out of their minds as they continued to help Charlie

*

discreetly snapped a

*

had bought Charlie a pencil case, a backpack, and a set of pencils.

Charlie completely worn out, and he fell asleep

her flexing her wrist, Ben offered, "Let me take him. There's still a while before we get home, and you must be tired." Jamie hesitated but carefully passed Charlie

Ben's arms, Charlie stirred slightly before settling into a comfortable position,

them, her

her own fatigue catching up to her. Her eyelids grew heavy,

gently, making sure she was comfortable as she

*

woke up, the car

we there?" she

from resting. "Yeah, we're here." Charlie was

atmosphere was unexpectedly peaceful, so much so that Jamie felt an odd sense

thoughts, she reached out for Charlie.

him. I'll do it," Ben said, not handing Charlie

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