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15. Family Outing!
Sophia's POV
The day was really fun for me. My best friends and shopping really took my mind off a lot of things. Ethan was also enjoying his time. He bonded really well with Char and especially Ryan.
I never knew that Ryan was so good with kids. While me and Char were shopping they kept each other company like some long lost friends. He even made him promise that he will visit soon.
We ended up watching a movie as well. I was skeptical of Nick's reaction about being so late as Ethan was with us. But then, Ethan gave me those puppy eyes which I couldn't have resisted. So I gave in.
When we finally reached, Char was too tired to come out of the car. So I carried Ethan to his room while Ryan brought in my shopping bags.
He engulfed me in a warm embrace.
"Soph, remember that whenever you think you can't take anymore or you need anyone, we are always there." He said and kissed my forehead.
He never
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