Bound By A Broken Night novel Chapter 136

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“Are you sure Mom is here, Mamo?” the six-year-old boy asked, standing on his toes as he scanned the park that stretched along the quiet lagoon. His bright eyes moved from the walking paths to the nearby buildings, as if he might spot her at any

moment.

“Yes,” Zab assured him, though she, too, was looking around uncertainly at the unfamiliar place.

“Dada told Mamo that your mom is here. But we should be prepared, okay? Once Cassie finds out we came without telling her, she might scold us.” Zab let out a small sigh, already imagining the lecture.

“Don’t worry, Mamo,” Kai said with a confident grin, his small chest puffing up with certainty.

“Mom won’t get mad at us. She said she misses me so much. She’ll be happy to see me. This is a surprise-she’ll love it.”

His smug little confidence made Zab chuckle, the tension easing from her shoulders.

“Well, if you look this adorable,” she said, gently pinching his cheek, “your mom probably won’t mind at all.”

Kai beamed, clearly pleased with himself. After a moment, he tugged lightly at her hand, impatience creeping into his voice.

“Can we go to Mom now?”

“I’m trying to ask Dada where exactly they are,” Zab replied, glancing at her phone again.

“They might be at the company your mom and Dada bought, but I’m not sure where that office is.” She paused, then pointed toward a tall building not far from the lagoon.

“But I’m certain your mom and dad are staying at that hotel.”

Kai followed her finger, his eyes lighting up with excitement, already eager to run toward it—as if every step would bring him closer to the surprise he had been waiting for.

“Oh, Mom and Dada are still busy,” Zab said at last, lowering her phone after rereading the message as if it might change the

second time around.

She turned to Kai with an apologetic smile that did little to hide her disappointment.

“They won’t be able to come just yet. We could ruin our surprise if we tell them we are waiting for them”

Kai tilted his head, absorbing the news. For a fleeting second, sadness flickered across his young face–but it vanished just as quickly, replaced by hopeful determination.

“Well, we can wait for them,” he said brightly.

“And there’s a playground there, Mamo. I can play while we wait.” He pointed eagerly toward the colorful structures peeking through the trees.

Zab followed his finger and chuckled softly.

“You’re right. The weather is great, and the clouds are covering the sun. It’s a perfect time to play. Anyway, no one would recognize us here” She clasped her hands together in excitement, allowing herself to be convinced by the six-year-old.

“Thank you, Mamo!” Kai beamed, his face lighting up like he had just been given the greatest gift. Without another word, he dashed toward the playground, his laughter trailing behind him.

As they drew closer, they realized it wasn’t just an ordinary playground. It was nestled within a beautifully maintained garden. Well-trimmed vines arched overhead, forming natural canopies that cast gentle shadows on the pathways.

Bougainvilleas climbed trellises in bursts of pink and violet, and neat hedges bordered stone benches placed thoughtfully beneath the shade. The vines filtered the sunlight just enough to keep the place cool and inviting-a sanctuary for those who

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wished to enjoy the park even at midday.

“Slow down, Kai,” Zab catted out, though her voice carried more affection than reprimand.

“Be careful while playing. You know how overprotective your mom is.”

Kai paused at the foot of the slide and looked back at her with a sheepish grin.

“Yes, Mamo. I don’t want us to get in trouble with Mom.” He raised both thumbs in assurance before climbing up the steps.

Zab took a seat on a nearby bench, her heart warming at the sight of him. Even alone, Kai played as though the world was full of companions. He moved from the swing to the slide, his giggles echoing through the garden. He attempted to mount the seesaw but, finding no partner, hopped off without complaint and hurried toward the monkey bars instead

“He is an active boy.”

The unfamiliar voice startled Zab. She turned quickly and found an elegant elderly woman seated in a wheelchair, being gently pushed along the paved path by a nurse in a crisp uniform. The woman carried herself with quiet dignity, her silver hair neatly styled, her posture straight despite her frailty.

“Yes, he is, Madame,” Zab replied politely, offering a respectful smile.

“Such a spirited boy—and very smart, too.” She shifted slightly to make room as the nurse paused the wheelchair beside her.

The old woman’s eyes softened as she watched Kai struggle determinedly on the monkey bars.

“He’s adorable,” she said with a faint chuckle. “And look at him–he plays so confidently, even by himself.”

Zab’s smile turned wistful.

“He’s used to being alone. He’s an only child, and his mother is very protective. She rarely lets him go out, and he seldom plays with other kids.” There was no criticism in her tone-only quiet understanding.

The woman’s gaze lingered on the boy, who was now hanging from the bars with fierce concentration.

“How pitiful for a boy his age,” she murmured, sympathy threading through her voice.

Zab nodded faintly, her eyes never leaving Kai.

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