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Chapter 31 " It's alright , sweetheart . Whatever's going on , I'm here for you . Always . " Her words seemed to reach him . Kevin's small hands smoothed out the wrinkled drawing . Madeleine glanced at it , remembering Nanette's earlier remarks . A wave of discomfort swept through her . But Kevin pointed with his chubby finger and explained , " This is Dad , this is me , and this ... " This is you , Mommy . " Madeleine's breath caught . She stared at the figure on the page , her eyes wide with disbelief . She almost thought she had misheard . Kevin had called that figure " Mom .

" " Say that again , Kev , " she whispered , her voice trembling . Chapter 31 Kevin sniffled , his voice soft but clear . " It's me , Daddy , and Mommy walking together . You're holding my hand , and we're on the street . " " Oh , my ... " Madeleine's heart swelled , a rush of emotion crashing over her . Tears pricked her eyes as she pulled Kevin into a fierce hug , her arms wrapping around him tightly . " Baby , I knew you had me in your heart , " she murmured , her voice thick with love . She squeezed him so hard that Kevin squirmed , gasping , " Mommy ... I can't breathe ...

" Madeleine laughed , loosening her grip with an embarrassed smile . " Oops , sorry , sweetheart . I got carried away . I was so happy ... I thought you saw me as some dark , scary thing in your heart . " Kevin's cheeks flushed , and he shook his head frantically . " No , no , Mommy's not scary ! You're not ... " His voice faltered . He knew she'd seen his earlier drawings - the Chapter 31 ones that had painted a far harsher picture . Tears spilled over again , splashing onto Madeleine's hand . " Oh , Kev , don't cry , " she said , gently wiping his cheeks . " What's wrong , honey ?

" " Mommy , " Kevin sobbed , his shoulders shaking . " Did you see those other drawings ? Are you mad at me ? Do you ... not like me anymore ? " Madeleine froze , her heart breaking as she realized the source of his pain . His tears kept coming , endless , no matter how much she wiped them away . " I'll never draw again , " Kevin hiccuped , his voice small and broken . " I'm sorry , Mommy . I didn't mean to make you sad . " " Kev , " Madeleine said , her tone soft but firm , carrying a quiet strength . " Stop crying for a second and look at me , okay?

" Kevin sniffled , forcing his teary eyes to meet hers . His little body still trembled , but he tried so hard to hold back the sobs , Chapter 31 his effort both funny and heart - wrenching . " Sweetheart , I completely understand why you drew those things before , " Madeleine said , brushing away another tear . " It's not your fault . It's mine - for not being the mom you needed , for not making you feel safe . " Kevin clung to her sleeve , his small hands trembling . " But ... I made you look so scary ." " Because I was harsh with you back then , wasn't I ?

" Madeleine pulled him close , patting his back gently . " I promise , from now on , I'll smile more . I'll play with you and be there for you . How's that sound ? " Kevin's eyes lit up , and he nodded eagerly , burrowing into her embrace . Then , as if remembering something , he lifted his head . " But Dr. Clark said ... " Madeleine's expression sharpened , though she quickly softened it . " What did Dr. Clark say , honey ? " Chapter 31 Kevin hesitated , biting his lip . It was a secret , one he'd promised not to share . But this was his mom . " Dr. Clark said ... you don't like me .

She said I should stay with her instead . " Madeleine's heart plummeted , a cold fury rising in her chest . She forced it down , keeping her voice gentle . " Do you believe her , Kev ? " He shook his head , nuzzling closer . " No ... you hugged me so many times today . You said you'd play with me ... " " That's right , " Madeleine said , kissing the top of his head . " No matter what anyone says , always remember: Mommy loves you more than anything . " Outside the door , Roderick stood frozen , having overheard every word . His eyes grew colder , a storm brewing within them .

He turned and strode toward his study . It was time to dig into Nanette's true motives . Nanette must have said something to Kevin , but whatever it was , it hadn't loosened his newfound attachment to Madeleine . After dinner , he trailed her like a shadow , his little feet pattering wherever she went . " I'm heading to the bathroom ," Madeleine said , pausing at the door and glancing back at the small boy gazing up at her with wide , earnest eyes . " You coming in too ? " she teased , raising an eyebrow . Kevin frowned .

He remembered his kindergarten teacher saying that boys weren't supposed to watch when girls went to the bathroom . He shook his head and said seriously , " I'll stand guard for you outside . " " Stand guard ? " Madeleine raised a brow . " I have to stop Dad from going in , " Kevin replied with utter conviction . From across the room , Roderick , mid - sip of water , choked and sputtered , coughing loudly . Chapter 31 Why would he ever go spy on Madeleine in the bathroom ? What kind of pervert did the kid think he was ?

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