“I want more!” She squirmed and protested in various ways.

It took a good thirty minutes, but finally, she drifted to sleep.

Rubbing his temples, Holden marveled at his own patience throughout the ordeal.

He took a moment to tidy up Ariana, wiping her brow and taking off her shoes, ensuring she slept comfortably.

Angela’s Library

With Ariana taken care of, his attention shifted to Melon, who sat on the bed, fighting off sleep with frequent yawns. Holden stroked the child’s hair, murmuring, “It’s bedtime for you too.”

Melon reached out, wanting

awake, felt a tug at his heartstrings. He gently

Holden was about to exit, Melon’s little hand latched onto his leg.

will you read me a

rubbing his face, then

agreed, settling beside

of sleep, a smile tugged at

point, drowsy but still attentive, Melon murmured,

gentle observation made

that lately, he’d been in a role reminiscent of a father figure to Melon, trying

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