Ren still couldn't believe it—walking through the capital streets alone with Zayden, not as strangers bound by circumstance, but as… lovers.
After they had lunch, Enzo suggested they head outside for a walk and explore the area. However, he said he preferred going with Eiran because the child wanted to visit…
"I want toys!" The child excitedly continued Enzo's unfinished sentence.
Then, the man rose from his seat, exiting the restaurant with the boy as if he were chased by debt collectors.
As if watching those two leave together wasn't enough, Soren and Rihaan soon stood as well, claiming they had important matters to attend to. And just like that, Ren and Zayden were left alone at the table.
Ren's heart raced wildly, and every few steps he found himself sneaking shy glances at the man beside him. A quiet warmth spread through his chest, his cheeks heating just from seeing Zayden so close.
