Kiss me
The idea imposes itself, natural though, given how obvious their bond is.
— Hello, André, I breathe, kneeling down to his height.
The child looks at me, intrigued, then holds out his hand seriously.
— Hello, madame. Are you Papa's friend?
I remain speechless for a moment before smiling gently.
— Maybe… yes. A friend.
Édouard clears his throat, visibly a little embarrassed.
— Camille works in a bookstore. She likes books, like you.
— Oh… I like stories about dragons and knights, André announces proudly.