That day, Ben didn't go to the office. Instead, he urged Jamie, "It's about time. Let's go."

Jamie, carrying Charlie, hurried out. "Coming, coming."

Seeing her glowing appearance, Ben smiled and teased, "You're looking more beautiful every day."

Jamie rolled her eyes playfully. "I didn't know you could be so smooth-talking."

Ben chuckled. "Is telling the truth considered smooth-talking? Or are you just afraid to face how stunning you really are?"

Jamie sighed, exasperated but amused. "Alright, enough. Let's get going."

Ben started heading to the car but paused, giving himself a once-over. Shaking his head, he said, "No, this outfit doesn't match yours. We don't look like a couple."

"You're seriously going to change?" Jamie raised an eyebrow.

"Of course. Help me pick something," he said with a grin.

they chose an outfit that complemented hers perfectly. Satisfied, Ben admired himself in the mirror. "Now this looks like a real family." The three of them headed downstairs, got into the

the window, a wistful look on her face. The sight of the harmonious family brought a twinge of longing

gone, Mrs. Lucas stepped out and asked the driver, "Where

photo studio," the

curiosity piqued. Guessing they were going to take family

*

the time Mrs. Lucas arrived at the studio that afternoon,

backdrops, and as VIP clients with a prior reservation, Ben, Jamie, and Charlie were greeted warmly by

and the session

with the three of you sitting together for a shot,"

the large glass windows. Inside, she saw the three of them laughing and enjoying the photoshoot, their bond evident in every frame. They looked soo peaceful, so complete.

regret filled her chest. "If only I had stepped in earlier..." she silently

years that had passed. Had she been more open, this scene might have been a part of her life long ago. But the unresolved conflicts from the past loomed large, making her hesitant to approach. The photographer's

position, she glanced up and caught sight of Mrs. Lucas standing outside, her

froze for a moment before turning

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