After I left Alpha father and son went crazy with regret

Chapter 24

Nor a knelt beside him, her hands resting gently on his arms.

“Alez, listen to me,” she said softly. “You’re my son. No one could ever take your place in my heart. But you have to understand, being kind to others doesn’t mean I love you any less.”

Alex sniffled, avoiding her gaze. “It feels like you do,” he muttered.

Nors pulled him into a hug, holding him tightly.

“I’m sorry if I’ve made you feel that way, I’ll do better, Alex. But you have to meet me halfway, okay? No more pushing people away or picking fights. Can we agree on that?”

Alex hesitated, then gave a small nod. “Okay,” he murmured.

Nora smiled, brushing a stray tear from his cheek. “That’s my boy. Now, let’s go talk to your coach. I’m sure he’s eager to see what you’ve got today.”

The schoolyard was a swirl of activity, filled with the laughter and shouts of children enjoying their morning.

Nora stood to the side, taking in the vibrant scene with a calm demeanor.

The sunshine filtered through the trees, casting dappled patterns on the pavement as children darted between their parents and friends.

Just as she turned to check on Alex and Brian, a familiar tug on her sleeve drew her attention.

Alex stood before her, his expression a mix of irritation and expectation

“You forgot something.” he said firmly, his small arms crossed over his chest.

Nora tilted her head, amused but playing along. “Did I now? What did I forget?”

“A hug,” Alex said, his lips pressed into a pout.

“And a kiss,” he added, glancing pointedly at Brian, who stood quietly by her side.

Nora chuckled softly. Of course, how could I forget?

crouched down, pulling Alex into a warm bug

melt away almost immediately, though his gaze flicked provocatively toward Brian.

Alex’s simunering irritation, but not entirely.

hug Brian anymore,” Alex declared, his voice serioas despite its childish pitch. “And if Brian and I fight, you can

surprised at the abrupt demand, before realization

slight smile, “I think I understand now.

Alex frowned. “What?”

said, her tone light but teasing. You don’t want anyone else taking your place in my heart,

arms again. “There’s no such

bit back a laugh, finding the situation both exasperating and

decided it was time to diffuse the

out of the crowd before you start a wrestling match

opportunity to push Erian aside, stepping closer to Nora

left, Alpha father

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Chapter 24

brushing off the shove without a word.

knelt to look him in the eyes. “Especially if you’re going to be a future Alpha, you need to learn

shoe against the pavement, his face a mix of guilt

her gaze. “But I just don’t like it when

softened her tone. “It doesn’t take anything away from you when I care

gave a reluctant nod. “I

let’s make

“Sorry,” he said grudgingly. “But

chance. I’ll leave

a glare, their rivalry reignited but redirected to a more playful

almost time for class. Let’s get you both back to the

door, Alex suddenly wrapped his arms tightly around Nora, holding on as if he didn’t want to let

wrong, Alex?” Nora asked gently, brushing a hand over

lately,” he admitted in a quiet voice. “I miss when you’d say good morning every day, and… your food, and how everything smells nice