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Chapter 137

Chapter 137

Theo sat on Kylan's shoulders, his tiny hands gripping his head while Clarence bounded between him and Katrina as she chatted away excitedly. With each step Kylan took, Theo bounced lightly, his giggles blending with the crunch of leaves beneath their feet. Kylan listened intently to Clarence, responding as though every word from his daughter was the most fascinating thing in the world.

"Umm, Daddy?" Clarence leaned her head forward to look at Kylan, her voice curious.

Kylan gave Theo legs a gentle squeeze to steady him as he momentarily lifted his small hand up to catch the leaf. "Yeah?"

"Will the bear be out? 'Cause, umm, Mommy told me that bears go sleepy when it's cold."

Kylan glanced at Katrina, who smiled warmly at him, her arms crossed as she walked beside them. "Mommy's right; they do. But don't worry, buddy, I'm sure they'll be out." "Really?"

"Yeah, kiddo. It's only late September. The bears haven't gone trick-or-treating for Halloween yet, have they?"

Clarence giggled, the sound bubbling like a tiny bell. "No! I bet they get so much candy."

Kylan chuckled, patting her head affectionately before going back to holding Theo's leg. "What do you want to be this year?"

Clarence thought for a moment, humming dramatically. "Auntie Nissa!"

Katrina laughed, her voice light and musical. "I can make her a cop outfit, no problem. Sound good, sweetheart?"

Clarence nodded enthusiastically, her curls bouncing. "Yeah! Daddy can be a superhero, and, umm, Mommy can be one too. Or, umm, a queen! 'Cause Mommy is pretty and strong."

Katrina pinched her cheek gently, making Clarence giggle again. "She's going to be a heartbreaker, isn't she?"

Kylan nodded, pretending to look concerned. "Sounds like it. Better get ready now." He leaned over and kissed Katrina softly, his free hand brushing hers.

"Eww!" Clarence covered his eyes with her hands, letting out an exaggerated groan. "No, Daddy, don't do that to Mommy!"

"Why not?"

"Cause," Clarence pouted, turning her face away dramatically.

Kylan chuckled, lifting Theo from his shoulders and settling him on his hip so he could bend down to look at Clarence. He poked her cheek playfully. "Cause what?"

Clarence blushed, then buried her face in Kylan's neck. Katrina laughed, stepping closer to ruffle Clarence's soft hair. "I think someone's jealous."

Kylan nodded with a grin. "Could be. But Clarence?" She pulled back slightly, her eyes flickering between her parents. "Mommy and Daddy kiss because we love each other, okay?"

Clarence hesitated, her lips pursing in thought, before nodding solemnly. "Okay." She didn't look thrilled, but it seemed to satisfy her for now.

Katrina reached out, scooping her from Kylan's arms and giving her a quick squeeze. "Come on, honey, we're almost at the bears."

That perked Clarence up immediately. She wriggled with excitement until Katrina set her down, her tiny feet tapping eagerly against the ground. Katrina held one of her hands, and Kylan held the other while he carried Theo. Together, they walked toward the bear enclosure, stopping in front of a low glass panel where Clarence could peek through without straining.

They waited patiently, the sound of distant animal calls and the chatter of other families filling the air.

"Do you see them yet?" Clarence asked, her voice hushed with anticipation.

Kylan said, crouching beside her and wrapping an arm around her

but Clarence was so focused on the enclosure that she barely noticed. Katrina gently

emerged from the treeline, their massive forms lumbering toward the viewing area. "Do you

saucers. As the bear wandered closer, she pressed herself into Kylan's arm, a mix of excitement and apprehension

sharp teeth on full display. Clarence jumped, letting out a small squeak as she clung

her, rubbing her back soothingly. He glanced at Katrina, who offered a reassuring

opened her arms, and Clarence eagerly darted into them. "Daddy's right," Katrina said, brushing a curl from her daughter's face. "The bear was

watching them curiously. "Bedtime, Mr. Bear,"

grinned. "That's right. Tell him

head up at her parents, her confidence returning. Kylan leaned in and kissed her forehead. "Let's

them shouted,

shuffled to a corner of the enclosure,

her hands excitedly.

a grin, scooping her up again. Katrina

the penguins next?"

Katrina said, squeezing her daughter's hand as they walked on together, the crisp autumn air filling their lungs and the zoo

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past, completely naked, his giggles echoing through the house.

finally caught up to Theo and scooped

laughter, squirming in his

called out, crossing her arms with

does. She grinned as she saw Theo's cheeks

Katrina tilted her head, raising

in his eye gave him away. "Almost every time it's bath night. He'd rather do anything but get

said, her eyes flicking to Kylan's towel-clad figure, "if you two hurry up and get cleaned

closer, leaning down to

arms in celebration,

smile lingering. She loved moments like these, the warmth of family

help put Clarence on her clothes, she went to prepare the promised treats and setting up their favorite blankets on the sofa. She sank into the cushions, relishing the brief silence as she waited for her

Katrina opened her eyes to see Kylan standing over her, freshly showered and holding a mug of hot chocolate. His damp hair framed his face, and his lips curved

nodded, settling beside her on the sofa

a night and went

in their favorite pajamas. Katrina handed her daughter a safety cup filled with warm chocolate while Theo got his own in a

you, Mommy," Clarence said, her voice sweet

"Theo behaved himself in the end.

curls as the little boy leaned into her

closer.

agreed, resting her head on his shoulder. They sat quietly, watching the movie until Clarence and Theo's soft snores signaled they had drifted

as they carried their children to bed. After tucking Clarence in with Mr. Snuggles at her side and Theo on his large crib with

looking down at her hands. "I saw the board

posture stiffened slightly, but he stayed

pictures... Is that why you've been so busy lately?" Her voice wavered. "It just... it must be hard to see all

kissing

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