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.

could utter a word, Shawn noticed

addressing Holden with a

Mr. Fredrick have a

linger. He set down the documents and

in his conversation with the boy. An unfamiliar sensation tugged at his

the heartfelt sweetness in Melon’s voice as he called him “daddy” touched Holden

was as though he had stumbled upon a lost treasure. Sadness would set in when he figured that it

the little

fate, but learning that the boy was none other

for half a year, had been right there all

Melon’s words

call, but

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