A Love That Was Never Mine
Instead, he turned his head toward the little boy beside him, his eyes softening as he ruffled the boy’s hair.
"Let’s not talk about that. As long as Bear’s fine after seeing the doctor, that’s all that matters. His birthday’s coming up in a few days. Your parents and I will attend the party under the guise of honoring you."
The little boy, clueless about the adult conversation, simply clung to Henry, playfully begging for attention. The three of them looked like the perfect happy family that drew envious stares from people nearby, including me.
I stood frozen in shock around the corner, leaning against the wall for support before I eventually slid to the floor, utterly devastated.