The Billionaire's Chance
Caroline hugged Clayton tightly, her fear of losing him growing stronger and filling her with worry.
“Be patient, honey. We’ll go to school tomorrow, but first, Clayton has to make a promise,” she said gently.
“What promise, Mom?”
“Promise me that you won’t go with strangers, okay?”
“Okay, Mom!” Clayton replied enthusiastically. He hugged her tightly, then closed his eyes. Not long after, he drifted off to sleep.
Caroline gently stroked his head and kissed his forehead. A tear slid down her cheek, followed by another.
“Whatever happens, I won’t let those bad people take you away from me,” she whispered softly.
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