Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 166

"Mom, I'm off to school!"

Nathaniel watched his little nephew with a mix of envy and frustration. When had this kid ever been so affectionate with him? It seemed like his attentions were always directed elsewhere.

Outside Sunnybrook Elementary.

Nathaniel parked the car and had just helped Julian out when he noticed two striking figures standing a short distance away. It was Lysander and Giselle. Seeing Adrian with them made it clear they were dropping their child off together.

Nathaniel frowned slightly but decided to approach them, guiding Julian along and greeting them from afar.

Giselle beamed with surprise when she saw them and glanced at Julian. As she reached out to touch the boy's cheek, she said, "So this is Julian? What a charming little guy."

But Julian ducked away before her hand could make contact, leaving her hand hanging awkwardly in the air.

slightly embarrassed, quickly explained, "Don't take it personally, he's

her smile unfazed. "He's a quiet

of the Pembroke family's past. While she didn't know the full story, she was aware that Julian had been kept mostly at home, so seeing him seemingly healthy, she guessed any issues were more psychological. No reason

year older

saying, "Adrian, say hello to your

Julian, who was peeking out from behind Nathaniel, full of curiosity and an inexplicable fondness. Despite Giselle's urging, Adrian was reluctant.

...

filled with curiosity and a surprising sense of warmth. There was something

of familiarity, Julian stepped out from Nathaniel's shadow and inched closer to

never been this outgoing with anyone besides Mila, and now Adrian seemed to be joining that exclusive circle. Relieved, he patted

called

Who's your little brother!

to protest when his father's