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CHAPTER 12

Author: Hannahgold
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-19 16:29:58

Mrs. Cassiopeia’s gaze lingered on Leander a moment too long, her expression a curious mixture of longing and disbelief. Realizing Elowen had noticed, she quickly averted her eyes, a faint smile curling her lips. “Your son…he’s a handsome boy. He has a brightness about him, just like my grandson used to,” she said, her voice soft, almost wistful.

“Oh?” Elowen tilted her head as she handed the water bottle to Leander. Her son took it eagerly, gulping it down, and Elowen couldn’t help but smile. “Are you here with your grandson, then?” she asked, curiosity sparking in her tone.

The older woman chuckled, shaking her head. “I wish. He’s far too busy to join me for something as simple as a day at the park. I come here to soak in the joy of the children. Their laughter…it fills the silence of my days.” Her gaze strayed to the playground, her eyes crinkling as a group of kids shrieked in delight over a game of tag.

“That’s lovely,” Elowen said. She adjusted Eulalia’s hair, tucking a stray cu
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