Lukas shouted and jumped to hug Ava with joy, his voice echoing through the room.
"Hey! Why are you crying? Boys don't cry over things like this," Ava teased Lukas playfully, her eyes twinkling with amusement.
Lukas nestled against Ava's shoulder, finding solace in her soothing presence. He took a deep breath, trying to steady his racing heartbeat and regain his composure. With each exhale, he felt a sense of calm wash over him, as if Ava's embrace was a safe harbor amidst the storm of his emotions.
"Is it forbidden for boys to cry?" Lukas asked. "It sounds unfair to me."
