Chapter 18

Christopher lunged forward and threw a punch at Jeremiah, but Jeremiah caught it effortlessly and pushed him back. "Mr. Zeller, neither I nor my girlfriend has said a word to provoke you. I'd appreciate it if you could maintain some decorum as well." Then, Jeremiah leaned down and pinched Robert's cheek. "I'll teach you how to ski. Let's have fun! I've prepared your ski gear." Brooklyn nodded, gently swinging Robert's little hand, and walked inside with him, chatting and laughing. "Brooklyn!" Just shouting her name drained the last of Christopher's strength. Brooklyn turned around, the smile on her face not yet fully faded. "Don't worry. Robert and I will still go back with you. "We're just playing with Jeremiah for a bit. Is that such a problem? Didn't you and Samantha use to go out and have fun all the time?" Watching the three of them walk away, Christopher suddenly remembered the past. When he had a cold last year, Brooklyn, who had always prioritized work, stayed home to