The Cherished Wife

Tania chewed on her lip, unable to come up with a comeback. After all, Charles was her big brother, and he had a way with words that just left her speechless. Once Tania settled down, Charles fired up the engine, and they were on their way.

Meanwhile, Peter was having the time of his life with Brandon. Noelle, feeling a bit worn out, took a seat to catch her breath. She watched Peter and Brandon's playful banter from the get-go and could not resist capturing the heartwarming father-son moments on her phone.

Brandon was clearly smitten with Peter, looking up at him with wide-eyed admiration. Giggling, he tugged on Peter's hand, dashing from one spot to another, their laughter filling the air.

Noelle's heart swelled with joy at the sight, and she dreamed a little about her future kids with Charles.

In the midst of snapping photos, Noelle's phone rang. It was Charles. "Charles?"

"Still at the amusement park?" came Charles's voice. Noelle quirked an eyebrow. "Yep, Brandon's having a blast with Peter. What's up?"

Tania and I are coming

Noelle's voice wavered, a twinge of guilt creeping in.

"Uh, nope." Charles said.

Peter and Brandon. As Peter approached, cradling Brandon in his arms, she pocketed her phone. "Peter, Charles just rang. He's on his way with Tania. She knows

replied, his reaction subdued. "Thanks a bunch for

problem, Brandon's been having a blast." She pulled out her phone again. "I

and showed him the album. Peter's face melted into a tender smile as he saw Brandon's

and the video later. This is your first real picture together

the sweat from Brandon's brow with a towel from the little backpack. "Brandon, ready for more fun? Mom and Uncle are going to