James hurried over and scooped Little Nina into his arms.

As the carousel came to a stop, little Mario's eyes welled up with tears. He thought the ride was really over, and the disappointment hit him hard-he began to cry.

His soft sobs caught Little Nina's attention.

"Why is that little boy crying?" Little Nina watched Mario for a moment, then couldn't help but exclaim, "He's so cute!"

James: "..."

Suddenly, little Mario's crying stopped.

He stared at Little Nina with wide, tearful eyes.

Little Nina stared right back at him.

kids simply gazed at each other, while the three adults

nowhere, little Mario lifted his hand and pointed at Little

Little Nina, trying to make sense of Mario's gesture. She crouched down and coaxed gently, “Mario, you have to say

as he quietly spoke, "Play... with... me." Carol's eyes widened in surprise. "Are you saying you

Mario nodded vigorously.

Nina. "Sweetie, would you like to

head, considering. "He's adorable. Sure, I'll play

at Little Nina. "Little Nina, haven't I

nice to other kids when we go out. He was crying so hard—he must've been sad because there was no one to play

James: "..."

James. "I'm sorry, but if you're not in a rush, would you

how

and James's hearts. They both agreed

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