This back-and-forth continued, Melon firing off questions like rapid shots. Luckily, Ariana had shared most of Melon’s details with Holden the previous night, equipping him to tackle the onslaught of Melon’s queries.

Listening to their interaction, Ariana finally could breathe.

After the string of inquiries, Melon couldn’t contain his excitement, his voice changing as he affectionately called out, “Daddy!”

In an office across town, as Shawn entered with documents in hand, he was taken aback by the unexpected sight of his boss sporting a gentle smile.

It was a sight that startled him. Mr. Fredrick was known for his resolute demeanor, his smiles few and far between.

Holden’s smile was now as warm as a cozy hearth, a stark contrast to the cold exterior he typically projected. In the past, this particular smile was exclusively reserved for Adele.

a word, Shawn noticed that Holden’s phone was on speaker

from the device, addressing Holden with a term of endearment

world? Did Mr. Fredrick have a hidden

probe or linger. He set down

was wholly engrossed in his conversation with the boy. An unfamiliar sensation tugged

he was only playing a role, the heartfelt sweetness in Melon’s voice as he called him

a lost treasure. Sadness would set in

the little

to believe in fate, but learning that the boy was none other than Melon felt like an alignment

been yearning for half a year, had been right there all

Melon’s words cast another

gave me a number to call, but it was disconnected. I thought you had

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