The Love that Never Really Dies

Ian was still lost for words, but the Transformers figurine in his hand was clutched more firmly as he listened to his brother’s analysis.

No, they can’t do this to Mommy. It’s our mommy, and no one can hurt her!

For the first time, the boys balled up their fists together, their eyes staring out with unswerving determination.

…

Sasha was awakened by the kids.

“Mommy, wake up. We need to get Vivian. It’s almost 4 o’clock.”

“What?” Sasha sat up straight from the futon, well alert in an instant. “It’s almost 4 o’clock? Alright, let’s go get your sister now,” she said while hurriedly getting ready to leave.

Matteo quickly brought over Sasha’s scarf and handbag as she was putting on her shoes.

When Sasha was all set, Matteo naturally slid his little hand into his mother’s palm.

Enveloping her son’s hand in her own, Sasha’s eyes searched one round for Ian but to no avail. “Where’s Ian?”

“Ian is staying here. Daddy will come to fetch him tonight,” Matteo explained delightfully.

Is that so…

been living separately since their births; one with her while the other with

the guest room when they bumped into Frederick, who

heading back now. There’s something I’ve

stopped in their tracks as

Frederick, especially for helping her today. He

should’ve just gotten one of the housemaids to pass on your

important for them to handle. Here, I want you to have this,” the

looked down at the booklet and was startled when she saw the words “household register” on

had to meet with them. As such, I’ve decided to give you this. Once your identity is restored, you can apply for a divorce with this,” Frederick said apologetically

was still in

way… Did I hear him right? is he seriously giving me their household

the booklet with her gaping mouth,

Matteo’s hand while reminding him, “Keep this for your mommy.

booklet happily. He then carefully slid it into his

Daddy are getting a

thought, Matteo left

night, as Sasha was giving Vivian a bath, Matteo called Ian, who