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?”

Chapter 42

up again, and he nodded vigorously. “Yeah,

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

ready for a day of laughter and

blue, inviting us to savor the simple beauty of the day. Birds. sang joyous melodies, creating

ancient trees, their leaves different shades of green and brown swaying in the gentle breeze. Jake’s eyes sparkled in awe at the scenery around

run into a pile of leaves and frolick but I

of a lively marketplace beckoned us. We followed the alluring scent of freshly baked bread and the

jumped up, his infectious joy

cute little bakery with mouthwatering wares displayed. I shook my

just had breakfast. Maybe

and stared longingly back at the bakery as we walked past. Mason had the

aroma of coffee and engaged in lively conversation. Laughter

lively street toward the park, Mason clung to his teddy bear, his wide eyes absorbing the vibrant scene around him. The sounds of his tiny sneakers against the pavement was

excitedly at one of the men

sweetheart, it’s a yellow ducky,” I agreed, a fond smile

Chapter 42

be friends with

mingled with the tantalizing

smell?” Mason wrinkled his nose in curiosity.

is the smell of yummy food! Maybe after playing, we can grab a little snack.” I suggested,

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

Let’s go!” Mason squirmed in excitement, eager to dive

towards the playground. “Go

with a mixture of amusement and pride as he fearlessly navigated the

in the simple joy 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 son, savoring

adventures, I decided it was time to grab that snack I

to him as he played with

snack.”

what he was doing and dashed

we get