Chapter 38 - The School GateAt the school gates, other parents were chatting and waving goodbye to their children.
Owen ran straight toward the playground equipment, instantly joining a game of soccer with his new classmates. Lily walked a few steps, then paused and turned back around.
She ran back to Mark and threw her arms around his waist, hugging him tightly.
"Thank you, Daddy," she whispered into his coat.
"For what, sweetie?"
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"For coming home early that day," she said softly, looking up into his eyes. "For finding me."
Mark kissed her forehead, his eyes shining with pride. "I will always find you, Lily. Always."
