Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 708

I got what Xander meant-If I wanted to see Deni, tonight was my chance.

When we reached the preschool, Yuna was outside, leading games with the kids. The scene was pure magic-laughter, joy, no stress, just living in the moment. Honestly, preschool might be the happiest time in life.

Xander and I stayed back, watching quietly. But kids being kids, their curiosity soon turned to us-especially Xander. One cheeky kid called out to Yuna, "Miss Hart, is that your new boyfriend?" Leave it to kids to say whatever's on their minds.

Yuna laughed, shaking her head. "He's not my boyfriend. He's my brother."

The kid didn't buy it, rallying the others to chant, "Boyfriend! Boyfriend!"

Yuna sighed, trying to laugh it off as Xander and I stepped forward with the gifts we brought. That shut them up-mostly. One bold kid still grinned and said, "Thanks, boyfriend!"

"These little brats are too much," Yuna joked, walking over to us, her smile lighting up her

face.

My chest tightened, and for a moment,

This was it.

so different from the Hayden we all remembered. I was terrified-what if

myself he was, a part of me still doubted. Maybe

scanning every detail. Then, without warning, she stepped forward and wrapped him in a tight hug.

me like a wave, both soothing

head, gently patting it. "You're doing great

long

of the moment stung my nose, and I quickly turned my attention to the kids, who were busy playing with

letting their joy warm me. "Next time, I'll

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"Okay!" they cheered.

"I want something in