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Chapter 708

Author: Rosie Steppe
I got what Xander meant—if I wanted to see Demi, tonight was my chance.

When we reached the preschool, Yuna was outside, leading games with the kids. The scene was pure magic—laughter, joy, no stress, just living in the moment. Honestly, preschool might be the happiest time in life.

Xander and I stayed back, watching quietly. But kids being kids, their curiosity soon turned to us—especially Xander. One cheeky kid called out to Yuna, "Miss Hart, is that your new boyfriend?"

Leave it to kids to say whatever's on their minds.

Yuna laughed, shaking her head. "He's not my boyfriend. He's my brother."

The kid didn't buy it, rallying the others to chant, "Boyfriend! Boyfriend!"

Yuna sighed, trying to laugh it off as Xander and I stepped forward with the gifts we brought. That shut them up—mostly. One bold kid still grinned and said, "Thanks, boyfriend!"

"These little brats are too much," Yuna joked, walking over to us, her smile lighting up her face.

Then her gaze landed on Xander. My
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