Chapter 965: Positive What Ifs

Chapter 965: Positive What Ifs



As Adolf drove through the gates of Tom's mansion with Tom and Lucy comfortably seated in the back seat, Lucy leaned back against her seat, her eyes reflecting a tired contentment.

"We're home," Tom said softly as he turned to look at Lucy, who smiled wearily and reached over to squeeze his hand.

"We weren't gone for long, but it always feels good to be back here," she murmured, already imagining the comfort of their bed and the warmth of the home.

It had become clear to her that no matter how nice anywhere else was, she always felt more at home here than anywhere else and that was the sole reason she was moving in completely.

Once Adolf parked the car, they got out and headed for the door, leaving him to bring their bags. But before they could get to the front door, it swung open and they were greeted by a small, excited voice.

"Lucy! Tom!" Jamal called as he came rushing towards them, his face lighting up with joy.

He had clearly been waiting for hours, his curly hair slightly tousled and his pajamas wrinkled as if he had been too restless to sit still.

Lucy immediately dropped to her knees, her arms wide open as Jamal threw himself into her embrace. "Jamal!" she laughed, hugging him tightly, feeling the warmth of his small body against hers. "I missed you so much, sweetheart."

Jamal squeezed her back, his face buried against her shoulder. "I missed you more, Lucy!" His voice was filled with so much affection that it made Lucy's heart swell.

Behind them, Candace, stood in the doorway with a gentle smile. "The moment we arrived in Ludus, Jamal wouldn't stop insisting we come see you two first. He's been counting down the hours."

Lucy pulled back just enough to look at Jamal's face, brushing a strand of his hair away from his forehead. "Well, I'm so glad you came, buddy."

After kissing Lucy's cheek, Jamal turned to Tom, his eyes bright with excitement. He ran into Tom's arms next, and Tom bent down to scoop him up. "I missed you too," Jamal said, though there was a mischievous smile on his face.

Tom ruffled Jamal's hair, chuckling. "Missed you too, little man." He put Jamal down and raised an eyebrow. "Though I bet you missed Lucy more."

Jamal nodded enthusiastically, laughing. "Yeah, but that's okay, right?"

Tom laughed, shaking his head. "Totally fine by me."

Jamal's eyes sparkled as he looked between the two of them. "Can I stay the night with you? Please?"

Before Candace could interject, both Lucy and Tom looked at each other and spoke in unison. "Of course, you can!" Tom said, and Lucy added warmly, "We'd love to have you."

Jamal's face lit up with pure joy, and he jumped up, clapping his hands together. "Yes! Thank you!"

Candace let out a small chuckle. "Well, I guess I'll have a peaceful night to myself then," she said, shaking her head, though there was no mistaking the fondness in her voice.

"Come on," Lucy said, taking Jamal's hand. "Let's go in. I'm hungry."

After freshening up, Lucy and Tom joined Candace and Jamal at the dining table, where a simple, warm meal had been prepared, and they all settled into their seats.

"So," Lucy began as she passed a plate of vegetables to Tom, "when did you arrive in Ludus? I thought Harry and Jade were in Sogal to see you? Did you come alone? How's Andy and Aaron doing?"

Candace smiled, taking a sip of her water. "That's a lot of questions," Candace said, and Lucy grinned.

"Can't help it."

"They're doing great. They stayed home tonight with Harry and Jade. We all came from Sogal together earlier in the day," Candace explained.

coming up next month."

Jamal tilted his head up to look at her, his eyes gleaming with excitement. "Yes!"

"Really? What do you want us to get your for your birthday?" Tom asked, exchanging a glance

with Lucy.

Jamal's eyes lit up as he turned to look at Tom. "Anything I want?" He asked, and Lucy smiled.

"It depends on what you want. So, what do you want, sweetie?" Lucy asked again.

"I want to go see Dawn and celebrate my birthday with her," Jamal said earnestly, his eyes

filled with hope.

Tom groaned, "Do you both ever make any requests that doesn't revolve around Dawn?"

Lucy laughed softly, "So?" She asked as she looked at Tom, waiting for his response. "Since that is what you both want, we'll see how we can make it happen with your Mom's permission," Tom promised.

Jamal smiled sleepily, his little body relaxing as he nestled closer to Lucy, satisfied. "I can't wait to see Dawn," he whispered, already drifting off to sleep, a content smile on his face.

Lucy smiled as she looked at his face, "I can't believe he's asleep already," Lucy said as she adjusted the duvet over his body.

"This feels like we are married and our child is sleeping on our bed," Tom said and Lucy

grinned.

"I'm surprised you let him sleep here," Lucy said, amused.

"Well, we don't get to see him often, and I missed him very much. So, there's no harm in

letting him do so," Tom said, and Lucy raised an eyebrow.

"What if we had a child? Would you let him or her sleep on the bed with us?" Lucy asked, and

Tom chuckled.

"I like the sound of that question."

Lucy raised a brow. "Why?"

Tom shrugged, "I like such positive what ifs. Like, what if you marry me and wait until we

have a child so you find out if I will let them sleep between us or not?" He asked, and she

giggled.

"I love you. Goodnight," Lucy said with a yawn.

"I love you more," Tom said, and watched as she cuddled Jamal before going to sleep.