Chapter 87

Natalia's POV

When we returned to the pack house, my parents pulled Aria into their embrace. They were afraid of losing her. At this age, Noah and Aria were their favorite companions.

"I'm okay, Grandpa. Don't worry, Grandma."

Like a sensible child, Aria assured them that she was fine.

I noticed Noah standing in a corner. His eyes were on Aria, but he did not go close to her. He looked like he was upset.

Was he feeling guilty? Was he blaming himself for everything?

I walked to Noah when everyone was busy with Aria.

I crouched down in front of him and patted his shoulder. He lowered his head.

"What happened to you, my big boy? Why do you look upset? Don't you want to see your little sister?" I asked him..

He was a few minutes older than Aria. So I told him that he was her big brother and that he would always have to protect his sister.

"I'm sorry, Mom. I could not protect Aria," he mumbled with his pouty lips.

I caressed his hair, and he lifted his head to look at me.

His eyes were teary, which made me feel emotional. "Don't cry, my baby. You are my strong boy. It was not your fault, okay?"

He shook his head. "I-"I

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I did not let him say anything as I pulled him into a tight hug.

I patted his back. "Tears don't suit you. You have to be a strong boy. You will be a powerful man in the future."

"Just like my Uncle Jason?" he asked while hugging my neck.

chuckled and nodded my head. "Yeah,

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broke the hug and glanced at Aria.

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back to Noah. "I was lost. Mommy's friend found me, and I was

to Noah because I told her in the car not to talk about Adrian to anyone. She was asking me why, as if

did not say much to her and only forbade

him, especially in front of Noah. I knew Noah just hated that man like me. In my opinion, the fact that one of

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not to ask Aria anythin more since it could hurt the child's mental health

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