Chapter 149 A Night Together

Ethan’s POV After Katelyn carried Lucas to bed, I watched her quietly. Her expression was tired but determined, like she’d already made up her mind to slip away the second Lucas was asleep. I leaned on the doorway, the wanting of her to stay rising in my chest. She tucked Lucas under the covers with gentle hands. He was small and peaceful, clinging to the safety of her presence. Katelyn turned to go, but before she could step away, a tiny hand shot out from beneath the blankets and held onto her wrist. “Mom,” Lucas mumbled, his eyes barely open, “don’t go.” Katelyn’s shoulders tensed for a moment. She glanced at me, like she wanted to argue, but no words came out. Lucas tightened his grip with slight panic on his face. She sat on the edge of the bed and brushed the hair from his forehead. “It’s late, Lucas,” she said softly. “You need to get some sleep.” He shook his head stubbornly. “Stay with me, Mom. Please.” “I’m right here, sweetheart.” Her voice was gentle, “I just need to” “Don’