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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.

an arm around her

enclosure that she barely noticed.

from the treeline, their massive forms lumbering toward the

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

bear let out a wide yawn, its sharp teeth on full display. Clarence jumped, letting out a small squeak as she

glanced at

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

over her shoulder at the bear, which was now sitting and watching them curiously. "Bedtime, Mr. Bear," she whispered, her voice trembling but loud enough for her parents to

right. Tell

up at her parents, her confidence returning. Kylan leaned in and

them shouted,

shuffled to a corner of the enclosure, and

clapped her hands excitedly. "We

grin, scooping her up again. Katrina laughed, reaching up to

see the penguins next?" Clarence asked

the crisp autumn air filling their lungs and the zoo filled with

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drawer. Just as she closed it, the sound of quick footsteps and laughter caught her attention. She turned toward the bedroom door just in time to see their two year old Theo sprint past, completely naked, his giggles echoing through

to Theo and scooped him up effortlessly.

squealed with laughter, squirming in his grasp. "Nooo!

out, crossing

past Katrina with a towel wrapped around her tiny body like Katrina does. She grinned as

her head,

away. "Almost every time

said, her eyes flicking to Kylan's towel-clad figure, "if you two hurry up and get cleaned up, I'll have Maria prepare hot chocolate

leaning down to kiss her cheek.

raised her arms in

watched the two of the boys disappear down the hallway, her smile lingering. She loved moments like these, the warmth of family life and the simple joy of seeing Kylan, Theo and

the promised treats and setting up their favorite blankets on the sofa.

followed by a soft kiss on her forehead. Katrina opened her eyes to see Kylan standing over her, freshly showered and holding a mug of hot chocolate. His damp hair framed

beside her on the sofa with his

called it a night and went to her

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

Clarence said, her voice sweet

himself in the

the little boy leaned into her side. "He always

closer. "Definitely gets that

sat quietly,

large crib with his long pillow, they returned to the

looking down at her hands. "I

stiffened slightly, but he stayed quiet,

Her voice wavered. "It just... it must be hard

her face and kissing her forehead gently. "It's

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