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.”

to experience this feeling. As for the cold father from

it?” Clara squeezed her son’s

junk food” Aiden frowned, his expression somewhat resembling

try it? I’ll take you to stuff your face! I just got a job today, let’s go celebrate”

being recognized, he wanted to enjoy

had a heart attack and was rushed to

sat in the hospital room, his lips pressed into a

to reflect on yourself! You’ve been 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 this world,

always the ones making decisions about disciplining

How much longer can we manage him! Aiden needs to rely on you

about to speak when Matt knocked on the door and walked

word from the amusement park, they found Aiden!”

figure casting a shadow on

bring him back.”

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

“Alright.”

got into the