Chapter 183

Leo didn’t stop drawing.

Even after Alex and the others sat down.

Even after his grandmother brought water and snacks.

Even after Daniel and the older one started talking quietly in the corner.

He stayed at the desk.

Focused.

Calm.

Like he had been waiting for that space without knowing it.

Alex sat on the floor beside him, watching closely.

“What you drawing?” Alex asked.

Leo didn’t look up.

“A pond.”

Alex smiled.

“Of course.”

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