►"You're telling me you're not into me?"
"Exactly."
"Hmm, really? Then why is your body telling me otherwise?"
⮱ In Tokyo's lively streets, Y/N a single mom juggling parenthood, encounters Kenma Kozume, a charismatic gamer and CEO. As their wor...
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After parking the car, I gently unbuckled Kanae from her seat, lifting her out as she clasped my hand in hers. We strolled up to the front door, the evening air crisp around us. I unlocked the door with a quick turn of the key, and as soon as we stepped inside, Kanae burst into motion.
Her little feet pattered across the floor as she ran toward the living room, her ponytail bouncing with every step. The way her hair swayed and bobbed with her excitement made her look even more adorable. Her backpack, almost too big for her tiny frame, jiggled behind her as she dashed off, full of energy and enthusiasm. I couldn't help but smile, watching her excitement fill the house.
Kanae quickly settled in the living room, unzipping her backpack with eager hands. She began pulling out her homework, spreading it across the coffee table with determination. Papers, books, and pencils scattered around as she got everything ready.
"Mommy, can you help me with my homework? I want to finish as soon as possible so I can go play, please," she called out, looking up at me with those big, irresistible puppy eyes that always melted my heart.
How could I ever say no to that sweet face? "Of course, sweetie, I'll help you right away," I replied softly, making my way over to her. I sat down beside her, wrapping an arm around her in a gentle cuddle. As I leaned in, my hair brushed against her cheek, tickling her slightly.
Kanae started to giggle, the sound light and full of joy. Her laughter echoed through the room, making the moment feel even more special. I smiled, soaking in the warmth of her happiness as we settled in to tackle her homework together, her small body nestled comfortably against mine. It was a simple, sweet moment, made perfect by Kanae's laughter and the closeness we shared.
After finishing some simple writing exercises in Japanese and going through basic addition in math, Kanae completed her final task: drawing her favorite animal. She was excited to share why she loved this animal in school tomorrow. As she added the last detail to her drawing, she looked up at me with a beaming smile.
"Thank you, Mommy!" she exclaimed, and before I could react, she jumped into my arms, wrapping her small arms tightly around my waist. My eyes widened slightly in surprise—her bursts of affection always caught me off guard, reminding me just how naturally cuddly she was.
I glanced down at her, noticing how her soft, dark brown hair framed her cheerful face. Her joy was contagious, and I couldn't help but smile back. Leaning down, I pressed a gentle kiss to the top of her head. "You're welcome, sweetie," I whispered, still holding her close as I stood up and lifted her into my arms.
"So, how about I make some food now? Your dad will be home soon, and I bet he'll be hungry," I suggested, looking into her bright eyes. Kanae nodded eagerly, her excitement evident. But just as she was about to reply, her stomach gave a loud grumble, interrupting her. She glanced up at me, her cheeks flushing with a light blush, clearly embarrassed by the sudden noise.
