HappyNovelChapter 780 I Still Don't Know Your N- Collin's eyes drifted to the smartwatch on Zander's wrist. He couldn't shake the thought of the boy sneaking off earlier that morning-probably to make a secret call. "Did you manage to speak with your mom today?" he asked gently.
A small shake of the head cfrom Zander. "I only talked to my sister for a second." Without another word, Zander lowered his gaze and tapped in Linsey's number.
The smartwatch let out a long string of beeps, yet no one answered.
His lips trembled. The call disconnected without a response, and he hurried to dial again, clinging to hope. Yet, no one picked up.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"She's not answering," he whispered, voice cracking. "Mommy's mad... she doesn't want to talk to me..." Tears pooled in his eyes, and regret hit him like a wave.
At that moment, he found himself wishing he could rewind tto that morning. Had he known Mommy would be this upset, he never would have snuck out.
Desperate to hear from someone, Zander tried a new approach. "I'll try my sister," he muttered, dialing Zenia's number.
But that line stayed quiet, too. Even the messages he sent went unanswered.
One tear spilled over and landed on the screen, blurring the digital clock beneath it.
A shaky breath left his lips, followed by a broken sob. "They're ignoring me.
Mommy and my sister-they're not talking toanymore..." Confusion settled into Collin's brow. Something didn't feel right.
He didn't believe for a second that Linsey would ignore her son on purpose. Even if she was angry, this wasn't like her.
After a pause, Collin knelt and gently wiped the boy's cheeks. "Hey, it's okay. Maybe they're just caught up in something. Doesn't mean they don't care." With warmth in his voice, he added, "Why don't you chwithfor now? We'll find Mommy and your sister together." Eyes wide and full of heartbreak, Zander looked up at him. "You really think you can find them, bad man?" he asked through heavy sobs.
Chapter 7801 Still Don't Know Your NCollin held back the urge to correct him. This wasn't the tfor titles or pride Instead, he softened his tone and offered the only thing he could right now a quiet, steady smile.
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"That's right." Collin gave a small nod before continuing. "You saw them this morning, didn't you? My team's good-really good. If anyone can find your mom and sister, it's them." Images of Collin's capable staff flashed through Zander's mind. Their quiet efficiency and sharp uniforms had left an impression For the first time, something shifted in his expression. "Okay... I'll believe you this once." "So... does that mean you're ready to chwith me?" Collin asked, making sure to keep his tone as gentle as possible so he wouldn't scare Zander.
Rather than answer right away, Zander looked down at his shoes, lips pursed in thought. A few quiet m moments passed before he gave a slow, thoughtful nod. That one gesture was enough to ease the tension in Collin's chest. He exhaled and opened his arms with a small smile. "Chere. I'll carry you."
The offer brought back a memory for Zander-Collin's arms had felt oddly safe the last time. He hesitated just a second before stepping forward. Without saying a word, he tucked himself into the man's arms, letting himself be lifted once more. "You know... I still don't know your name." Collin glanced at the boy's flushed face.
He recalled that the little girl's nwas Zenia.
Zander introduced himself to Collin, telling him his name.
An eyebrow arched slightly as Collin spoke. "Can I call you Zander?"
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