Page 68 of The Lycan King's Secret Child

Amelia smiled proudly.

Amelia: "Thank you. He's a sweetheart."

Woman: "It's wonderful to see such kindness in children."

She nodded and walked back to a nearby picnic table.

Sophie: "See? Everyone loves him."

Amelia: "He has a good heart."

They continued chatting as the afternoon sun began to dip lower.

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Back at home, after Sophie had left, Amelia prepared dinner while Liam colored at the kitchen table.

Amelia: "What are you drawing now?"

Liam: "A rocket ship! I'm going to the moon!"

Amelia: "The moon? That's far away."

Liam: "I'll bring you back a moon rock."

Amelia: "I'd like that."

The phone rang, and Amelia wiped her hands before answering.

Amelia: "Hello?"

Voice on the phone: "Is this Amelia Hart?"

Amelia: "Yes, who's calling?"

Voice: "This is Dr. Reynolds from Silvercrest Elementary. I wanted to discuss Liam's enrollment."

Amelia: "Oh, of course. I've been meaning to call you back."

Dr. Reynolds: "No problem. We just wanted to confirm his start date and schedule a meeting."

Amelia: "That sounds great. When would be a good time?"

They arranged the details, and Amelia hung up, feeling a mix of excitement and apprehension.

Amelia: Turning to Liam "Guess what, sweetheart? You'll be starting school soon."

Liam: Looking up "School? Like a big kid?"

Amelia: "Yes, like a big kid."

Liam: "Will I make new friends?"

Amelia: "I'm sure you will."

He smiled, but then his expression turned thoughtful.

Liam: "Mommy, will you be there with me?"

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