In Love, Never Say Never

“Aren’t we going home?” I asked.

“No.” Ashton elaborated with a neutral expression, “Let Summer and Audrey shop for new clothes. Children enjoy the process of selecting clothes in malls.”

Finding his words reasonable, I didn’t object and went to the mall with them.

Audrey was the happiest one. As soon as we entered a high-end clothing store, she tugged John along with her and expertly maneuvered her way to the princess section, wanting to try on every dress there.

Ashton followed behind silently and explained in a justified manner, “I just don’t trust John’s fashion sense.”

He’s obviously jealous.

No one exposed him despite it being clear as day. With knowing smiles on our faces, we watched the three of them walk further in.

Come to think of it, I was quite rusty in selecting clothes. Being brought her so abruptly and without Ashton by my side, I lost my confidence. The last time I picked clothes for Summer was six years ago, and a lot could change in that amount of time. Would my taste still suit hers?

While I was doubting myself, someone linked arms with me. Turning around, I saw that it was Summer. As she leaned against me affectionately, she set her sights on the women’s clothing section a distance away. “Mommy, let’s go over there. I saw something I like.”

of relief and

and Joseph watched us from afar. At first glance, one would think that they were mannequins. Hence, the two of them

two outfits she casually threw

her to try more clothes, I tried choosing a modest

then, I noticed that

felt left out, so I asked gently, “Gregory, boys must be more tolerant when it comes to girls. Once your sister

raised his gaze to me and shook his head. “It’s okay, Mommy. My clothes are custom-made and will be regularly delivered to our house.

neutral, I still sensed the

to

affirmed and he subconsciously straightened his body and snapped his feet together, looking like a miniature

was probably the one who trained

well in all aspects except emotionally. Just like his father,

in his

clothing area, I discovered Ashton and John in a stand-off with each

suits you the best. You’ll become the