Alpha’s Second Chance Mate (Sidonie & Carlyle)

Chapter 42

SIDONNIE’S POV

“Mama, park!” Mason’s eyes sparkled with excitement as he tugged at his tiny sneakers, struggling to put them on.

I smiled down at him, kneeling to help. “Yes, sweetheart, we’re going to the park! Are you ready?”

“Can I ride the slide? Can I ride the swings, mommy?” He exclaimed with his enthusiasm being contagious. He was fidgeting as I pulled his sneakers on.

Following Athena’s words, I decided to take Mason out for fun as I’ve been spending too much time working. It was a mother–son date this time.

“Of course you can, baby. We’ll go on the slide and swing, just like last time,” I replied, finally securing the Velcro on his sneakers.

“What color of slide do you want to go on today?”

He pondered for a moment, his brow furrowed in concentration.

“I wanna go on the red slide, mama.

“Red slide it is,” I agreed, standing up and reaching for his favorite little blue jacket. “Now, let’s get your jacket on. It’s a bit chilly outside. What do we do, baby?”

Mason extended his arms, wiggling with impatience. “Arms up,

Mama!”

I chuckled, sliding the jacket over his tiny arms. “Good job, Jakey! Now, where’s your favorite toy? Do you want to bring Mr. Teddy to the park?”

“Mr. Teddy!” Mason dashed off, returning with a slightly worn teddy bear almost as big as him.

“Great choice!” I grinned, helping him clutch Teddy securely. “Now, let’s grab your water bottle. We need to stay hydrated, especially if we’re going to play a lot. Make sure to drink some every now and then.”

He nodded, his face serious as he held out his hands for the water bottle. “Ok, mommy. I’ll drink. Now, can we go?” He whined, making me chuckle.

“You’re one smart boy, my love,” I praised, handing him the bottle. “Okay, Mason, we’re all set. We can go now. Are you excited to go to the park?”

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up again, and he nodded vigorously.

up, my heart swelling with love. “Let’s make it the best

that, we headed toward the door, ready for a day of laughter and play at

simple beauty of

their leaves different shades of green and brown swaying in

was eager to run into a pile of leaves and frolick but I held on tight to him and directed our steps.

of freshly baked bread and the vibrant hues of market stalls. A bustling scene unfolded before us, filled with people absorbed

up, his

I want cupcake,” he pointed to a cute little

just had breakfast. Maybe

as we walked past. Mason had the biggest sweet tooth and I always tried my best

umbrellas, savoring the rich aroma of coffee

to his teddy bear, his wide eyes absorbing the vibrant scene around him. The sounds of his tiny sneakers against the pavement was almost drowned out by

shirt!” Mason pointed excitedly at one of the men in the chattering groups

yellow ducky,” I agreed, a fond smile playing on my lips. “Maybe

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be

neared the park entrance, the scent of freshly cut grass mingled with the tantalizing aroma of street food from

that smell?” Mason wrinkled his nose in

can grab a little

place of greenery and joy. Children’s laughter rang out as they approached the playground, and Mason’s eyes widened at the

in excitement, eager to dive

dashed towards the playground. “Go on, have fun!

sprawling tree. I watched with a mixture of amusement and pride as he fearlessly navigated the play structures, occasionally glancing

of the park. Me with a book I brought and Jake on the park. The bustling city seemed distant, and in that moment, it was just a mother and her

was time to grab that snack I promised Jake.

to him as he played

snack.”

Jake stopped what he was doing and dashed over

we get