“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.

her confusion with a discreet pinch, Ariana managed to

you busy at

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

phone, Melon couldn’t contain his

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five years, Daddy. You should get a longer break now. Can

a moment’s hesitation, Holden said, “I’ll call

Daddy is the best!” Melon cheered, gripping the phone

curiosity piqued, Melon asked, “What’s it like

a bit remote, and getting here can be challenging. But the scenery is beautiful.” As he spoke, Holden

Mommy and me?”

I miss you both all

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