Chapter 1044

"Aaron, I'm not here to replace your dad. But we can be friends, you know? We both love the same person, and that kind of makes us the best team, right? We both want your mom to be happy."

Summer finally looked up, meeting Connor's gaze. His eyes were shining with unshed tears. "Uncle Connor, you're not like my dad. My dad just wants to keep my mom close, but you... you really love her. My mom deserves someone who truly loves her."

"Then promise me you won't leave her, okay? If you go, she won't be happy anymore."

A tear finally rolled down Summer's cheek. "I don't want to leave Mom either."

Connor gently wiped away his tears and held out his fist. "Deal between men: we'll protect Chloe together."

Summer nodded, his little hand forming a fist to bump Connor's. "We're the Protect-Chloe Squad."

After his bath, Summer padded out of the bathroom.

Connor walked him back to Chloe's room.

noticed something different about Summer. He wasn't quiet or withdrawn anymore, and he didn't ask to go home. He was back

sweet, thoughtful little guy.

Chloe sent Connor

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to the master bedroom.

more comfortable and stepped out onto the balcony. Their balconies were connected-a big space with a spot for late-night

of heading through the main door, Chloe decided to go in from the balcony. She raised her hand to knock, but before she could, the thick curtains

just showered, dressed in

hanging open

of

Chloe quickly moved aside-if she hadn't, she would've walked right into

a small step back, cheeks hot. "How'd

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