Chapter 141
It didn’t change how I felt about him, but it added a new layer to our already complicated
relationship.
After what felt like an eternity, the plane began its descent. Carlos glanced at me. “We’re
almost home. Are you ready?”
Overwhelmed with joy at the thought of seeing Cyrus again, I simply nodded.
The car ride home was a blur. My anticipation grew with every passing second. The moment we arrived, I jumped out of the car, barely waiting for it to stop.
The front door swung open, and there was my Cyrus.
“Mom!” he shouted happily. His small arms outstretched as he ran toward me.
I dropped to my knees and scooped him up. I held him tightly. “Cyrus, my baby,” I “Whispered, tears streaming down my face. “I missed you so much.”
“I missed you too!” he said. His little voice was full of joy. “Nathan took care of me, but I’m so glad you’re home.”
I kissed his forehead, my heart finally at peace. “I’m here now, and I’m not going anywhere,”
Nathan appeared in the doorway, watching us with a small smile. I stood, still holding Cyrus, and turned to him..
“Nathan,” I said, my voice filled with gratitude. “Thank you. Thank you for taking care of
Cyrus.”
Nathan’s smile faltered slightly. “It was nothing. He’s a great
kid.”
I placed a hand on his arm. “Really, I can’t thank you enough. I know it hasn’t been easy.”
Nathan hesitated, glancing away. “I… I was worried you were upset with me. That’s why I
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didn’t reach out sooner.”
Ffrowned, confused. “Why would I be upset?”
He shrugged. “I thought maybe you were ignoring me. After everything that’s happened…”
I shook my head firmly. “Nathan, I could never blame you. You’ve been there for Cyrus when I couldn’t. That means everything to me.”
His shoulders relaxed, and he nodded. “I’m glad to hear that.”
The mood shifted slightly as I remembered something important. “Nathan, there’s something I need to tell you. Sienna… she’s missing.”
Nathan’s expression darkened. “I know. I’ve already arranged for someone to take care of her children. But as for Sienna herself, it’s like she vanished into thin air.”
I hugged Cyrus tighter, feeling worried, “What do you mean? Has anyone seen or heard
from her?”
“Nathan shook his head. “No. It’s been days, and there’s no trace of her. I’m doing everything I can to find out what happened, but right now, we don’t have any leads.”
I nodded, “We’ll find her. Whatever it takes.”
As we settled into the evening, Carlos prepared to leave. He stood expression thoughtful.
“You’re really going?” I asked, my voice quieter than I intended.
the door, I
He nodded. “I have to. There’s still a lot I need to handle.” “Be careful,” I said, meeting his
gaze.
He gave
gave me a small smile. “I will. And Doris… thank you.” “For what?” I asked, confused.“For rusting me,” he said simply.
With that, he turned and walked out the door, his departure leaving an odd emptiness
behind.
looked down at Cyrus, who was starting to yawn in my arms.
The morning light streamed through the windows, warm and comforting, as Cyrus sat on
the bed beside me.
His little face was serious, his big brown eyes holding an intensity that made him seem far older than his years.
“Mom,” he began. His words were filled with childlike innocence, “I promise I’ll grow up fast. I’ll be strong. I’ll protect you next time.”
My heart swelled at his words, and I pulled him close by wrapping my arms around him. Oh, Cyrus,” I whispered, “You’re already my little warrior. You don’t have to grow up so quickly. That’s my job to protect you.”
“But I want to!” he exclaimed, pulling back just enough to look up at me. His small hands gripped my arms as if he were trying to emphasize his point. “I don’t want you to be in danger ever again.”
I stroked his soft hair, smiling, “And I don’t want you to worry about me. You’re the bravest boy I know, Cyrus. As long as we’re together, we’ll keep each other safe. Deal?”
A small smile broke through his determined expression. “Deal,” he said softly. He then climbed into my lap and rested his head on my shoulder.
I hugged him tighter. I felt his little body against mine. His soft breathing calmed me, and I smiled. “You mean the world to me, Cyrus. I’ll always protect you.”
He snuggled closer, holding onto me. His small hand rested on my arm. At that moment. everything felt safe. It was just us, and nothing else mattered.
After a moment of quiet, he murmured, “Carlos helped me a lot while you were gone.”
I raised an eyebrow, “Carlos? Was it just him?”
He hesitated, pouting slightly. “Well… Uncle Nathan helped too. But Carlos was there more.”
