“Daddy, has it been a while since you called Mommy? Why does it feel so distant between you two? On TV, parents call each other honey, daring, sweetheart, something Like that.”

Melon was incredibly perceptive. After speaking, he gazed expectantly at Ariana.

Feeling somewhat cornered by his intense stare, she reluctantly summoned the courage to awkwardly mutter, “Darling.”

After a brief pause, a soft chuckle came from the other end.

“Baby, I’m listening.”

Hearing that voice made Ariana’s heart race, even as a tinge of sadness welled up within her.

The voice bore an uncanny resemblance to Theodore’s, making her feel as though she was talking to Theodore through Melon.

off her confusion with a discreet pinch, Ariana

father, “Daddy, are you busy

but it’s not too dangerous. Don’t worry about me, Melon. I usually can’t use the phone, but I managed to get some time

the phone, Melon couldn’t

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from us for five years, Daddy. You should get a longer break now. Can you call

a moment’s hesitation, Holden

best!” Melon

asked, “What’s it like at the border, Daddy? Can

“Well, it’s a bit remote, and getting here can be challenging. But the scenery is beautiful.” As he spoke, Holden browsed the web

miss Mommy and

miss you both all

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