Chapter 1568

Jamie's expression shifted almost imperceptibly as she asked, "Charlie, do you like that Uncle Ben a lot?"

"I do! He brings me lots of stuff, and I like that grandma too."

"I see."

Jamie looked at Charlie who was oblivious to the truth that the "Uncle Ben" he adored was actually the father he had always longed for. Her chest tightened with an uncomfortable heaviness.

For a moment, doubt crept in. Had she made the right choice back then, hiding the truth and keeping Ben and the Lucas family in the dark?

Maybe if she hadn't, Charlie wouldn't have grown up without a father in his life.

Charlie suddenly stopped, his face lighting up with joy as he spotted someone. Letting go of her hand, he ran ahead.

"Uncle Ben!" he shouted, launching himself into Ben's arms.

Ben crouched down to scoop him up. The usually reserved man, known for his detached demeanor, softened visibly in Charlie's presence, even smiling.

visited in a couple of days. Were you

taking me out to

over and pinched Charlie's chubby cheek, her tone playful. "You little rascal, you forget all about me the moment you see your Uncle Ben." ""No, I didn't!"

gaze softened as she smiled at

moment before turning to Jamie. "Let's get going. It's

into the car. Since he insisted on

for a driver and sat with them

Jamie some relief. She

be

resolve to sever any

now, and she refused to

demeanor, his gaze darkening. Even as he held

car pulled up

crowds were absent, replaced by a tranquil silence. Only a few staff members stood at the entrance, waiting for them. With the park rented out entirely, there was

Charlie a cotton

so big!" Charlie

and had to admit it

Jamie's hand in the other, Charlie

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