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?

into a warm bug before

tension seemed to melt away almost immediately, though his gaze flicked provocatively

gesture quelled half of Alex’s simunering irritation, but

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

blinked, surprised at the abrupt

with a slight smile, “I think I understand

Alex frowned. “What?”

tone light but teasing. You don’t want

momentarily caught off guard, then crossed his arms again. “There’s no such thing. I

bit back a laugh, finding the situation both exasperating

decided it was time to diffuse the tension

of the crowd

corner of the schoolyard, Alex took the opportunity to push Erian aside, stepping closer to Nora

left, Alpha father and son went

21.7

Chapter 24

himself, brushing off

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

shoe against the pavement, his face a

her gaze. “But I just

you when I care about others, Alex. You’re

a reluctant nod. “I

“Now, let’s make things right.

grudgingly. “But I’m still going to

I’ll

boys exchanged a glare, their rivalry reignited but redirected to

class.

suddenly wrapped his arms tightly around Nora, holding on as if he didn’t

brushing

down at his shoes. 1. I haven’t seen you much lately,” he admitted in a quiet voice. “I miss when you’d say good morning every day, and… your food,

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