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?

a warm bug before pressing a light kiss to

away almost immediately, though his

Alex’s

can’t hug Brian anymore,” Alex declared, his voice serioas despite its childish pitch. “And if Brian and I fight, you

blinked, surprised at the abrupt

said with a slight smile, “I think I understand

Alex frowned. “What?”

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

off guard, then crossed his arms again.

back a laugh, finding the situation both

was time to diffuse the

both of you out of the crowd before you start a wrestling

Alex took the opportunity to push Erian aside, stepping closer to Nora with a triumphant

father and son went

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Chapter 24

but caught himself, brushing

have hurt Brian.” She knelt to look him in the eyes. “Especially if you’re going to be a future Alpha, you need to learn kindness and

of his shoe against the pavement, his

not meeting her gaze. “But I just don’t like it when you’re nice to

from you when I care about others, Alex. You’re still very important to

a pause, Alex gave a reluctant nod. “I know.”

“Now, let’s

turned to Brian. “Sorry,” he said grudgingly. “But I’m still going to beat you in

chance. I’ll leave

rivalry reignited but redirected to a more

boys, it’s almost time for class.

around Nora, holding on as if he

gently, brushing a hand over his messy

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

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