“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.

a discreet pinch, Ariana managed to

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gently, “I’m busy, but it’s not too dangerous. Don’t worry about me, Melon. I usually can’t use the phone, but I

the phone, Melon

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break now. Can you call us every

moment’s hesitation, Holden

the best!” Melon cheered,

piqued, Melon asked, “What’s it like at the border, Daddy? Can you describe

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

and me?” Melon

you both all the

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