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.

two kids simply gazed at each other,

nowhere, little Mario lifted his hand and pointed

and coaxed gently,

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

Mario nodded vigorously.

as she turned to Little Nina. "Sweetie,

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

wounded-dad face and frowned at Little Nina. "Little Nina, haven't I told you before? You

I didn't!" Little Nina pouted. "Mom says I should be nice to other kids when we go out. He was crying so hard—he must've been sad because there was no one to

James: "..."

wiped the tears from Mario's cheeks and looked apologetically at James. "I'm sorry, but if you're not in a rush, would you mind letting

that's how it

sweet child struggled with autism tugged at Carney and James's hearts. They both agreed to

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