Page 77 of The Lycan King's Secret Child

Xander: Curious "Can you sing it for us?"

Liam shrugged and began to sing softly. The melody was haunting yet beautiful, unfamiliar to Amelia.

Amelia: "That's lovely, Liam."

He grinned, proud of himself.

Liam: "Thanks!"

After placing the pie in the oven, they moved to the living room. Liam pulled out his box of toys, selecting a small wooden wolf.

Liam: "Daddy, play with me!"

Xander joined him on the floor.

Xander: "What game are we playing?"

Liam: "We're wolves in the forest!"

Amelia watched them, her heart warmed by the sight.

Amelia: "I'll be right back. I need to check something."

She stepped outside onto the porch, taking a moment to collect her thoughts. The reality of Liam's emerging abilities weighed on her. She heard footsteps behind her and turned to see Xander.

Xander: "Are you okay?"

Amelia: "Just thinking."

Xander: "About Liam?"

She nodded.

Amelia: "I worry about how this will affect him."

Xander: "We'll guide him. He's not alone."

Amelia: "I know. I just... I want to protect him from any hardship."

Xander: "He has us. We'll face whatever comes together."

She looked into his eyes, finding reassurance.

Amelia: "Thank you."

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Over the next few days, they began gently probing Liam about his experiences. One evening, as they sat around the dinner table, Amelia broached the subject.

Amelia: "Liam, have you felt anything different lately? Like when you're playing or running?"

Liam: Thinking "Sometimes I feel really fast. Like a superhero!"

Xander: "That's cool. Do you like feeling that way?"

Liam: "Yes! It's fun."

Amelia: "If you ever feel scared or confused, you can tell us, okay?"

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