After I left Alpha father and son went crazy with regret

Chapter 23

Chapter 23

“That’s right,” she replied, though she couldn’t miss the relief that flashed across his face.

“Cool” Alex said, turning back to his phone, his excitement bubbling over as he continued chatting with Linda.

He felt better, probably because he thought he would then go to Linda’s place and enjoy her company instead…

When they arrived at the practice field, Alex hopped out of the car and disappeared toward the locker room without so much as a glance back.

Norn shook her head and made her way to speak with Alex’s new coach about his progress.

The building stood tall and proud, its red brick façade framed by neatly trimmed hedges and rows of flowering shrubs.

The early morning sunlight east a warm glow over the arched windows and ivy covered walls, giving the structure a welcoming charm.

A large clock tower rose from the center of the building, its golden hands ticking rhythmically.

The sound of children’s laughter filled the crisp air, blending harmoniously with the chirping birds and the distant hum of car engines

The playground buzzed with energy.

Children of all ages darted across the field, their colorful backpacks bouncing with each step.

A group of younger kids gathered around the swings, giggling as they tried to see who could swing the highest.

Near the sandbox, a cluster of preschoolers dug tunnels and built castles, their tiny hands caked with sand.

their sneakers kicking up

to adjust a wayward scarf or plant a quick kiss on a

sedans lined the street, engines idling as drivers waved goodbye

hand in hand up the stone path, taking a moment to chat with

Nora stood with her usual calm composure, her light

small smile playing on her

small hand suddenly gripped her leg.

little boy with messy brown hair and bright

Nora he chirped,

“Brian! How are you, sweetheart?” she asked, crouching down to his

day, remember? I wanted to

remember,” Nora said, smiling warmly. “Tm so glad you’re

conversation was Light and playful with Brian’s natural charm drawing

until he roughly shoved Brian aside.

Alex snapped, his

himself with surprising agility, his eyes

Brian’s arm to steady him, her protective instincts kicking in

you okay?” she asked, concern

left. Aloha father

Chapter 23

nodded, brushing himself off. “Tm fine,” he sail rally, shooting a challenging

face flimbed

opened his mouth to retort but stumbled on his words as he realized how Nora had rushed to Brian’s side instead of

her holding Brian’s hand and fussing over him made his chest tighten with an unfamiliar bitterness.

Alex mumbled, his

brow farrowing, “Alex, what’s gotten into your clan’s just