Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

Chapter 168

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Alex wore a mysterious expression as he whispered, "Mommy, just saw Raina's mother holding Hackett's hand

Valeria's eyes widened in an instant. What on earth was her mischievous son talking about?

"Alex, I'm warning you not to utter nonsense, or you'll be in trouble," she cautioned, saying

Nevertheless, Alex was adamant and tugged at her, insisting, "Mommy, come and see, I'm not lying. It's true! Raina's mommy was holding Hackett's hand, really!" With an annoyed look, Valeria was pulled out of the tent by her determined young son, heading toward the neighboring

tent.

"Mommy, look, Tm not lying, am I? She was really holding Hackett's hand," Alex proclaimed loudly, causing several adults to feel somewhat embarrassed.

Valeria approached and discovered that Hackett was, in fact, demonstrating how to set up the tent for Raina's mother. But Alex had misinterpreted it as hand-holding...

In response Raina's mom hastily released the tent she was holding, her cheeks turning crimson with embarrassment.

Meanwhile, Hackett frowned in irritation, and he chided, "Alex! Don't talk nonsense!"

He couldn't fathom how this little boy had misconstrued his actions.

He thought, "What does he mean by 'holding my hand?

"Am I someone anyone can touch?"

"Alex, I didn't touch your father's hand. He's simply helping me set up the tent," Raina's mom clarified, offering a gentle. smile.

Alex blurted out, "Hackett isn't my

dad...

Stopping mid-sentence, Valeria immediately covered her son's mouth, lifted him up, and forced a somewhat awkward smile. "Children don't always understand, do they? We're heading back now. Darling, please finish assisting them with the tent and come back. Alex and I will be waiting for you to prepare dinner."

she turned and carried Alex into their

teacher that Hackett was Alex's father so he could join them on the camping trip.

had faced bullying from other children because of her single

concealed her divorced status, and this mischievous child nearly exposed

her son. "Alex, I'm warning you not to speak nonsense again. I told your teacher that Hackett is your father so

telling lies? Didn't you

aback. It did feel a bit hypocritical. She taught her son not to lie

it wasn't exactly a lie. Hackett was indeed Alex's biological father, and the little guy simply wasn't aware of

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Chapter 168

son's shoulders and spoke with earnestness, Alek, did I ever mention that we should also consider the feelings of a person

nodded obediently. "And

"And then?" Valeria contemplated.

somehow made her feel slightly pressured. He was truly Hackett's son, as

harbored a dream since he was young- the dream of going camping. But he never had the chance until now, during your kindergarten's camping trip. So, I invited him along. Shouldn't we be kind and helpful? After all, it's important

assist

are you fibbing

all, the intellect of a three-year-old child had its limitations, and deep thinking was beyond his

him from embracing nature. He's quite pitiable. He pleaded with Mommy for a long time before she finally agreed to bring him out. So, let's avoid sprouting nonsense, okay? What if

innocent face reflecting curiosity. "Hackett's parents would still

MITICI...

is as tender as Mommy. Some parents do use physical

with how easily he accepted her words. Children

the young boy

along and play with the other children. Mommy needs a little rest," she said, patting her son's head before

emerged from the tent and coincidentally encountered Hackett,

inquired, "Where's

is taking a nap in the

questioned, glancing at the time. Several hours had passed, and the young boy was probably

Alex nodded.

fire and prepare some spaghetti for you. How does that sound?"

"Okay!" Alex enthusiastically cheered.