Two Times the Charm by Mr. Wilson

Chapter 4

Her embrace was warm, tight, and intense.

Was this what it felt like to be held by a mother?–

Clara held Alex for a moment, feeling his body stiffen in her arms.

She let go, looking at the child before her

There was no mistaking it. That was Alex’s face

But…

“Alex, where did you get this outfit?” she asked, noticing his change of clothes. She remembered dressing him in white shorts and a tee in the morning How did it turn into a black tee?

“…” Aiden started, hesitated for a few seconds, and then said, “I like this outfit, and I swapped with some other kids.”

“So you like black clothes! I’ve been so busy with work, I didn’t notice your preferences. I’m sorry, can you forgive me?” Clara squatted down, looking at her son sincerely, “I promise, I’ll take you to the amusement park every week and spend more time playing with you.”

nodded somewhat woodenly. To him, maternal love was foreign, yet fascinating. He… wanted to experience this feeling. As

take you to Burger King! How about it?” Clara squeezed

junk food” Aiden frowned, his

you to stuff your face! I just

much. He was afraid of being recognized,

Sophia had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital.

hospital room, his lips pressed into a thin line.

too harsh on Aiden! Why else would he run away from home? Emmett’s father, Patrick Melendez, reprimanded, “Even though it was your mother and I who decided to bring Aiden into

the ones making decisions

we manage him! Aiden needs to rely on

speak when Matt knocked on

just got word from the amusement park, they found Aiden!”

this, Emmett stood up, his tall figure casting a shadow on the hospital bed.

bring him

need to bond! I’ll be here taking care of

“Alright.”

got into