“It counts, of course it counts!” York’s voice rose with conviction. “If I give my word, I mean it! If Ivan comes to our school and anyone tries to mess with him, I’ll have his back. We’ll make sure no one bothers him.”

“Alright, you said it.” Alessia’s eyes sparkled with amusement, though her

expression remained cool and composed.

“I said it!” Poor York, stumbling right into the little trap Alessia had set, completely

unaware.

Alessia glanced over at Eddie, raising her eyebrows with a flash of confidence and just a hint of smugness.

Eddie chuckled, reaching up as if to ruffle her hair, but then hesitated, caught by some private thought, and let his hand drop inconspicuously.

Alessia didn’t notice. She was just about to say something when her phone rang. She looked at Eddie, then gestured toward York. Eddie nodded, and Alessia slipped out of the living room.

In the hallway, she answered the call.

“Granddad, craving something sweet again?”

voice was

Alessia’s lips, replaced

Honestly, I think it might be time to let go, but Cole… he won’t hear of it,” Xander said, his words trailing off into a weary sigh. “Anyway, you’d better come by as soon as you can. She’s stable for now,

second. She hung up and

Eddie noticed the sudden pallor

right away. Can I ask you to look after these two for

hang on.

in ten minutes.” She

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here, you two.”

have to leave for a bit–something urgent came up. So you’ll stay with Eddie today, alright? I’ll be back as soon as I can. Promise me you’ll stay

with you?” York stared at her, eyes wide. Ivan

heads a gentle squeeze. “I’m

were still young, she always

was clearly disappointed, he

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