A call of "Mommy" that she had never dared to hope for in this lifetime, she heard so many times today.
Happiness came so suddenly that it left her in a panic.
Because the happier she was, the more painful it would be when it disappeared!
But, knowing the outcome, she still couldn't help indulging herself just this once, pretending she really was his mommy!
The longing in her heart had already overflowed; it had always been restrained, but his tender crash into it caused it to breach immediately, beyond containment.
Like a cherished little tail, he stuck to her constantly, following her while she washed the dishes, while she did the laundry, while she watered the flowers…
"Mommy, Mommy, what are we eating for lunch?" the little one asked, sticking close behind her.
"For lunch…" Xiaoqiao paused in her actions.
Would there even be a lunch?
After all, he wasn't hers. How could she selfishly occupy him for too long!
She supposed his parents must be frantic by now.
