Chapter 564

The next morning, Nyla drove Mason to school, her mind elsewhere.

Mason noticed her distraction and tightened his grip on his backpack.

When they arrived at the school, Nyla forced a smile and gently said, "Buddy, Mommy will pick you up tonight."

Mason nodded. "Okay."

After watching Nyla leave, Mason accessed his smartwatch and dialed the number Spencer had given him.

A moment later, a cold voice came through the line. "What is it?"

Mason took a deep breath, his small face tense. "I want to meet you."

In the principal's office an hour later…

Mason sat across from Damon, his baby face filled with anger. "What will it take for you to stop bothering my mom and me?"

Although he was only four years old, there was no hint of fear in his gaze. He even bore a striking resemblance to Damon's commanding demeanor.

Damon looked at Mason, who mirrored his own features, a complicated expression crossing his face.

At such a young age, Mason should have been innocent and carefree. Yet there