The Ex-Wife He Can’t Have novel Chapter 171

That afternoon, Killian didn't pick up Connor from school himself. Instead, Mrs. Zeller handled the pickup.

By the time Connor returned to The Yale Residences, Killian was already home.

"Dad! You're home early today!" Connor called out brightly, his footsteps thudding rapidly as he ran upstairs.

Killian's dark gaze followed the boy's retreating figure, his sharp instincts immediately picking up on something unusual.

Connor had been clutching his bulging backpack tightly to his chest the entire time, guarding it fiercely as if hiding something inside.

Setting down his glass, Killian straightened his tall frame and calmly followed him up the stairs.

Dashing into his room, Connor couldn't wait to unzip his bag and pull out its contents.

It was Glider the Ice Bear, the official mascot of a youth figure skating tournament. The plush bear was remarkably lifelike, posed gracefully as if gliding across the ice.

Tucked beneath it in the gift box was a note written in elegant cursive: Wishing you happiness every day. Love, Mom.

Gripping the piece of paper, Connor's clear eyes brimmed with disbelief and overwhelming joy.

Over the years, whenever his birthday or holidays rolled around, anonymous packages would arrive at The Yale Residences. They were always gifts from his mother, completely devoid of a return address.

He had always cherished them in silence, knowing she was still thinking of him.

But in the past, they had always been delivered by couriers. Today, this had been dropped off directly at his school.

A thrilling thought suddenly burst into his mind: Did Mom come back?

Knock, knock.

A steady knocking echoed from the door before Killian's deep voice sounded. "Con, open up."

"Coming!"

Snapping back to reality, Connor frantically shoved the gift box into a hidden compartment in his desk. He carefully slipped the note inside a notebook before rushing to open the door.

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