Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)

Chapter 4

Her embrace was warm, tight, and intense.

Was this what it felt like to be held by a mother?–

Clara held Alex for a moment, feeling his body stiffen in her arms.

She let go, looking at the child before her

There was no mistaking it. That was Alex’s face

But…

“Alex, where did you get this outfit?” she asked, noticing his change of clothes. She remembered dressing him in white shorts and a tee in the morning How did it turn into a black tee?

“…” Aiden started, hesitated for a few seconds, and then said, “I like this outfit, and I swapped with some other kids.”

“So you like black clothes! I’ve been so busy with work, I didn’t notice your preferences. I’m sorry, can you forgive me?” Clara squatted down, looking at her son sincerely, “I promise, I’ll take you to the amusement park every week and spend more time playing with you.”

Aiden nodded somewhat woodenly. To him, maternal love was foreign, yet fascinating. He… wanted to experience this feeling. As for the cold father from the Melendez family, he hoped to never see him again.

I’ll take you to Burger King! How about it?” Clara squeezed her son’s hand tightly,

frowned, his expression somewhat

you always wanted to try it? I’ll take you to stuff your face! I just got a

much. He was afraid of being recognized, he wanted to enjoy

mansion, Sophia had a heart attack and was rushed

hospital room, his lips pressed

father, Patrick Melendez, reprimanded, “Even though it was your mother

you always the ones making decisions

How much longer can we manage him! Aiden needs to rely on

speak when Matt knocked on the door and walked

the amusement park,

tall figure

bring him back.”

I’ll be here taking care

“Alright.”

room, went downstairs, and got into the car

rearview mirror, said nothing, and kept driving towards the

ten minutes. As soon as they arrived, Emmett opened the car door, and before he could say anything, a small figure rushed