Weeks later, the kindergarten announced a parent-child meeting.

An open classroom event.

Both Vance and Aiden attended.

The tension was palpable from the moment they entered the same room. It wasn’t surprising given that Vance once wanted to overthrow Aiden.

Blue sat at a tiny table, swinging her legs lightly.

Aiden stood beside her.

Vance approached deliberately. And for a few seconds, their eyes met. The mutual dislike was not subtle. It simmered openly now.

“Didn’t expect to see you ...