“I told Mrs. Lewis not to worry about picking you up at the airport.

Zachary and I will come get you ourselves.” Serenity then turned, smiling warmly at Duncan in greeting.

Duncan, usually gruff and no-nonsense, looked noticeably softer.

Love had a way of changing people.

Liberty was finally back.

She set Sonny down gently.

Though he’d shed a few tears, Sonny still clung tightly to Liberty.

Even Duncan, standing close by, couldn't get him to let go.

All Duncan could do was reach out to gently stroke Sonny’s little face.

The boy pouted, clearly upset.

He looked up at Duncan and complained, “Uncle Duncan, you went to find Mom without waiting for me.” Duncan knelt down and said, “You told me you'd be playing for a while, so I thought I'd go ahead.

But now we're both back, aren't we? Next time, I'll make sure to ask you first, okay? Don't stay mad at me—I even bought you lots of new toys.

here, let me hug

sonny crossed his

you

You only missed Mom.

I want to be with her.” While Sonny had been having fun while Liberty was away, seeing her

felt abandoned, like she’d

especially since they didn't happen

often too busy or could only call late at night, when Sonny had already fallen

her son’s sadness, Liberty bent down and lifted him

here with you until you start school,”

I can't be with you as

you’re the most important thing to

you a better life.” sonny returned the kiss

I just missed you.

gone so

but now that you're here, I feel like crying.” Liberty held

Sonny’s head and said, “Sonny, why don’t you walk for a bit? Mom just

rest.” Liberty shook her head,

“I’m fine.

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