Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

Chapter 168

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Alex wore a mysterious expression as he whispered, "Mommy, just saw Raina's mother holding Hackett's hand

Valeria's eyes widened in an instant. What on earth was her mischievous son talking about?

"Alex, I'm warning you not to utter nonsense, or you'll be in trouble," she cautioned, saying

Nevertheless, Alex was adamant and tugged at her, insisting, "Mommy, come and see, I'm not lying. It's true! Raina's mommy was holding Hackett's hand, really!" With an annoyed look, Valeria was pulled out of the tent by her determined young son, heading toward the neighboring

tent.

"Mommy, look, Tm not lying, am I? She was really holding Hackett's hand," Alex proclaimed loudly, causing several adults to feel somewhat embarrassed.

Valeria approached and discovered that Hackett was, in fact, demonstrating how to set up the tent for Raina's mother. But Alex had misinterpreted it as hand-holding...

In response Raina's mom hastily released the tent she was holding, her cheeks turning crimson with embarrassment.

Meanwhile, Hackett frowned in irritation, and he chided, "Alex! Don't talk nonsense!"

He couldn't fathom how this little boy had misconstrued his actions.

He thought, "What does he mean by 'holding my hand?

"Am I someone anyone can touch?"

"Alex, I didn't touch your father's hand. He's simply helping me set up the tent," Raina's mom clarified, offering a gentle. smile.

Alex blurted out, "Hackett isn't my

dad...

Stopping mid-sentence, Valeria immediately covered her son's mouth, lifted him up, and forced a somewhat awkward smile. "Children don't always understand, do they? We're heading back now. Darling, please finish assisting them with the tent and come back. Alex and I will be waiting for you to prepare dinner."

With that, she turned and carried Alex into their own tent.

She had informed the kindergarten teacher that Hackett was Alex's father so he could join them on the camping trip. No one at the kindergarten was aware that she was a single mother.

In his previous kindergarten, Alex had faced bullying from other children because of her single mother status.

This time, she had concealed her divorced status, and this mischievous child nearly exposed her secret.

Back inside the tent, Valeria Sharp released her son. "Alex, I'm warning you not to speak nonsense again. I told your teacher that Hackett is your father so he could join us on this camping trip. Understand?"

Alex furrowed his little brow. "Mommy, are you telling lies? Didn't you teach me not to lie?"

harp was momentarily taken aback. It did feel a bit hypocritical. She taught her son not to lie every day, and now she was bending the truth.

But it wasn't exactly a lie. Hackett was indeed Alex's biological father, and the little guy simply wasn't aware of it.

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Valeria held her son's shoulders and spoke with earnestness, Alek, did I ever mention that we should also consider the feelings of a person who's unwell?"

Alex nodded obediently. "And then?*

"And then?" Valeria contemplated.

This little rascal somehow made her feel slightly pressured. He was truly Hackett's son, as they both possessed an air of authority.

Valeria took a moment to weave a heartfelt narrative in her mind before saying, "You see, Hackett has always harbored a dream since he was young- the dream of going camping. But he never had the chance until now, during your kindergarten's camping trip. So, I invited him along. Shouldn't we be kind and helpful? After all, it's important to others, isn't it?

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Alex regarded his mother with skepticism, listening to her emotional tale. He questioned, "Mommy, are you fibbing again! Hackett's house has such a big garden, and we could camp there

After all, the intellect of a three-year-old child had its limitations, and deep thinking was beyond his capacity.

Valeria continued her gentle persuasion, "Mommy didn't deceive you. It's because Hackett has a gardent at home, but his parents forbid him from embracing nature. He's quite pitiable. He pleaded with Mommy for a long time before she finally agreed to bring him out. So, let's avoid sprouting nonsense, okay? What if his parents discover this? They might reprimand him and beat his butt."

Alex blinked his grape-like eyes, his innocent face reflecting curiosity. "Hackett's parents would still scold him? They're really

MITICI...

"Well, not everyone is as tender as Mommy. Some parents do use physical discipline as a form of discipline," Valeria explained.

Valeria gazed at him, content with how easily he accepted her words. Children were indeed quite impressionable.

Very well... I understand," the young boy responded, nodding in agreement.

"Good, now run along and play with the other children. Mommy needs a little rest," she said, patting her son's head before reclining inside the tent.

Alex emerged from the tent and coincidentally encountered Hackett, who had just returned.

Hackett inquired, "Where's your mommy?

"Mommy is taking a nap in the tent," Alex replied.

"Are you hungry?" Hackett questioned, glancing at the time. Several hours had passed, and the young boy was probably famished

Alex nodded.

"I'll start a fire and prepare some spaghetti for you. How does that sound?" Hackett proposed

"Okay!" Alex enthusiastically cheered.

A slight smile graced the man's lips as he moved to the side to arrange the fire.

Remembering Valeria's earlier words, the young boy couldn't help but sympathize with Hackett. He approached the man, squatting down with his petite frame, and uttered, "Hackett, don't worry. I won't spill the beans to your mom and dad about your secret camping trip. I would not say anything wrong so that you can enjoy yourself here. Your mom and dad will not find out about this."

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Hackett furrowed his brow-puzzled by the cryptic words of this mischievous child.

"What do you mean?" Hackett inquired.

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"It means won't let your mom and dad discover your clandestine camping trip. That way, they won't reprimand you. Mommy enlightened me about everything. You're in a pitiable situation... your parents are incredibly stern." Alex sympathetically explained, even sighing. Hackett James appeared utterly bewildered. Was he now being pitied by a little youngster?

"Pitiable? What's pitiable about me?" He wondered in bewilderment.

"Did your mommy brief you on this?" He questioned, his expression darkening slightly. Could Valeria have distorted his image like this merely to pacify her child?

Alex nodded affirmatively and responded, "Mommy disclosed that your lifelong dream was to experience camping, and now that dream has come true. You must be overjoyed. Don't fret; I'll keep your secret safe. You won't be scolded."

The man couldn't help but chuckle at the absurdity of it all. Unfortunately, these mother and son were part of his life, and he had to endure it.

He gritted its teeth and expressed his gratitude, "I appreciate your discretion."

The young boy chuckled nonchalantly in response, "No need to be so polite. You've been kind to me and Mommy, even though you can be stern at times. Yet you've never been strict with me and Mommy."

Although Alex had felt a tad frightened during the argument he witnessed between Hackett and his mother last time, upon closer consideration, he realized that Hackett had never shown strictness toward him and his mommy. SEND GIFT