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 nearby exchanged bewildered

nowhere, little Mario lifted his hand and pointed

coaxed gently, “Mario, you

he quietly spoke, "Play... with... me." Carol's eyes

Mario nodded vigorously.

as she turned to Little Nina. "Sweetie, would you like to play with Mario for a

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

Little Nina. "Little Nina, haven't I told 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 play

James: "..."

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

how

Carney and James's hearts. They both agreed to let Little Nina play with

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