Riley\u2019s life was a delicate balancing act \u2014 one that had become even more complicated after she had her son, Roy. At 32, she was managing everything on her own, ever since her ex walked out when she was pregnant. While she loved Roy with all her heart, there were days when Riley longed for something more\u2014someone to share her life with, someone who could love her as deeply as she loved her son.<\/p>\n
But every time she met someone new, the outcome was always the same. As soon as they found out about Roy, they pulled away. Riley was becoming disheartened, wondering if she\u2019d ever find love again. With Mitchell, however, it felt different. He seemed kind, attentive, and genuinely interested. The only problem? She was terrified of scaring him off by mentioning Roy too soon.<\/p>\n
Riley glanced down at her son, Roy, clutching his favorite toy tightly in his arms. He wasn\u2019t happy about being dropped off at Kyle\u2019s house for the night. Riley\u2019s heart ached as she crouched down to his level, brushing his hair back gently.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s just for one night, Roy,\u201d she said, forcing a smile. \u201cYou\u2019ll have so much fun with Kyle. You two will watch movies and play games. I\u2019ll pick you up in the morning, okay?\u201d<\/p>\n
Roy didn\u2019t seem convinced, his face softening but still uncertain. \u201cBut what if I don\u2019t want to sleep there?\u201d<\/p>\n
Riley\u2019s heart broke at the look in his eyes, but she knew she needed this night to focus on herself, to see if Mitchell could be the future she had been longing for. \u201cYou\u2019ll be fine,\u201d she reassured him, though she felt anything but sure. \u201cAnd tomorrow we\u2019ll do something fun.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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