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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lit up again, and he nodded vigorously. “Yeah, let’s go

“Let’s make

for a day of laughter and play at the park.

inviting us to savor the simple beauty of the day. Birds. sang

ancient trees, their leaves different shades of green and brown swaying in the gentle breeze. Jake’s

and frolick

we walked, the distant murmur of a lively marketplace beckoned us. We followed the alluring scent of freshly baked bread and the vibrant hues

squealed and jumped up,

a cute little bakery with mouthwatering

just had breakfast. Maybe later.”

as we walked past. Mason had the biggest

people seated under cute little striped umbrellas, savoring the rich aroma

vibrant scene around him. The sounds of his tiny sneakers against the pavement was almost drowned

duck on his shirt!” Mason pointed excitedly at one of the men

fond smile playing on my lips. “Maybe I’ll

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gonna be friends with Mr. Teddy.”

of freshly cut grass mingled with the tantalizing aroma of street food from a nearby

smell?” Mason wrinkled his

can grab a little snack.”

of greenery and joy. Children’s laughter rang out as they approached the playground, and Mason’s eyes widened at the sight of the towering red slide he

Mason squirmed in

setting him down as he dashed towards the playground. “Go on, have fun! I’ll be right

climbed and slid, I found a nearby bench under the shade of a sprawling tree. I watched with a mixture of amusement and pride as he fearlessly navigated the play structures, occasionally glancing back to

on the park. The bustling city seemed distant, and in that

it was time to grab that snack I

him as he played

snack.”

bolt Jake stopped what he was doing

get