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Chapter Forty Nine

Auteur: Tee Growrich
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At the park, Daniel sat on a bench, watching Ethan run around with a group of his friends from school. The sight of Ethan’s smile and playful energy brought a warmth that Daniel hadn’t felt in years. He kept his eyes on the boy, not letting him out of his sight for a second.

Just then, his phone buzzed in his pocket, the name "Stanley" flashing on the screen. Daniel answered the call, keeping one eye on Ethan as he laughed and chased after his friends.

“Hey man, you good?” Stanley’s familiar voice came through.

“Yeah, I’m good,” Daniel replied, his tone casual as he leaned back against the bench, enjoying the calm afternoon.

“What’s that noise in the background?” Stanley asked, the sound of children’s laughter clearly coming through the phone.

Daniel smirked. “I’m out with Ethan.”

“Ethan?” Stanley echoed, his voice suddenly curious.

“Yeah, Tasha’s son,” Daniel confirmed, his eyes still following Ethan as he climbed up the jungle gym.

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