The Princes Wink
Once the teacher confirmed the man was indeed a parent from their class, she let him in.
Noah stood up, clutching his folded jacket close to his chest, ready to go home.
Jude walked over and naturally picked up his school bag, then bent down to scoop the boy into his arms—his posture smooth and practiced, like he'd done it a hundred times.
At that moment, Noah finally mustered the courage he'd bee