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~Velma’s POV
My heart melted at his words. I smiled and reached back to squeeze his hand. Just then, the door opened, and Theron walked back toward the car carrying a huge box of chocolates. Jaden’s eyes widened in surprise.
“Wow,” Jaden breathed, clearly in awe.
I laughed softly and shook my head. “That is too much,” I said as Theron placed the box in the car.
Theron looked at the two of us, confused. “Why,” he asked. “Then Jaden and Ronan will have a lot to eat.”
I smiled at him warmly. “That is true,” I said gently. “But they are children. They should not eat too many sweets.”
Theron chuckled softly and shrugged, clearly amused. The car felt light and happy as we drove on, the small moment filled with laughter and love.
We pulled up to the school just as the morning sun spill
