Page 69 of The Lycan King's Secret Child

Amelia: "I'll be there on your first day, but then you'll get to learn and play with your teacher and classmates."

Liam: "Okay."

She sensed his uncertainty and walked over to kneel beside him.

Amelia: "Are you nervous?"

Liam: "A little."

Amelia: "That's okay. Trying new things can be scary, but I know you'll do great."

Liam: "Promise?"

Amelia: "Promise."

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That night, after putting Liam to bed, Amelia settled on the couch with her laptop. She opened her email and saw a message from an unfamiliar address.

Email Subject: "An Old Friend Reaching Out"

Curious, she opened it.

Email Content:

"Dear Amelia,

It's been a long time. I hope this message finds you well. There's much I'd like to discuss, if you're willing.

Best,

Xander"

Her heart skipped a beat. She hadn't heard from Xander in years. Not since...

She closed the laptop abruptly, her mind racing.

Amelia: To herself "Why now?"

She took a deep breath, debating whether to respond.

The sound of footsteps startled her. Liam stood in the hallway, rubbing his eyes.

Liam: "Mommy, I can't sleep."

Amelia: Softening "Come here, sweetheart."

He climbed onto the couch beside her.

Amelia: "What's on your mind?"

Liam: "I had a dream about the castle and the knight."

Amelia: "Was it a good dream?"

Liam: "I think so. But the knight was sad."

She brushed a hand through his hair.

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