Chapter 322

Ethan usually didn't eat much junk food, so going to the supermarket was always one of his favorite things. But today, even when Wendy said the familiar words—telling him to pick out anything he wanted—he just trailed behind her. He clung tightly to her side, making no move to grab any snacks. "What's wrong? Don't feel like eating?" she asked. Ethan shook his head hard but said nothing. When she saw this, Wendy picked out his usual favorite from the shelf herself before heading off to get toiletries. But when it came time to check out, she noticed that all the snacks had disappeared from the shopping cart. Even the marshmallows, Ethan's all-time favorite, were gone. She glanced to the side, puzzled. "Mommy, you can pay. I don't want any. Let's not buy them," Ethan said, clutching her shirt tightly. His expression was serious, as if he'd made a huge decision. Wendy didn't think much of it. She assumed he'd simply had too many sweets while she was away and had grown tired of the