Serenity and Zachary York



Married At First Sight Chapter 3953 Chapter 3953

"I've packed everything, Dad, and I double-checked. Nothing's missing," Sonny replied, unaware that his father was deliberately stalling to keep him there a bit longer. "And even if I forgot something, it's fine. I'll come back to get it next time. Didn't you say this will always be my home?" To Sonny, it didn't matter if he left something behind. He saw both his mother's home and his father's home as his own, equally important. Hank softened, responding gently, "Yes, this will always be your home, Sonny. As long as I'm here, the door will always be open for you. Now go watch TV with your grandparents for a bit. I'll finish packing soon. Make sure you take back all the snacks and goodies your grandparents got for you."noveldrama

Though Sonny had everything he needed at his mom and stepdad's house, Hank wanted him to appreciate the gestures of love from his grandparents, even if they had once favored Lucas.

"I don't want to watch TV," Sonny said plainly.

His grandparents' choice of shows didn't interest him, and what Sonny wanted to watch wasn't something they enjoyed. Liberty and Serenity had taught him to respect his elders, so Sonny always tried to be considerate, even if it meant not arguing over the TV.

For the past two days, Hank had stayed home with Sonny instead of going to work. He spent time taking him to different places and buying him things. Sonny had arrived with a small suitcase, but he was leaving with an armload of bags and boxes-a reflection of Hank's love for his son. "Dad, the day after tomorrow, I'll come back to wish you a Happy New Year," Sonny announced.

The day after tomorrow was the first day of the new year.

Hank smiled warmly. "When you come, have your mom call me first. I'll wait for you downstairs."

"Okay,” Sonny agreed.

"Dad, after the new year, I'll be five years old!" Sonny said, chatting excitedly.

Hank reached out and gently ruffled Sonny's hair. "Yes, my boy will be five."

Sonny was four now, or five by the lunar calendar. Hank marveled at how quickly time had passed. When he and Liberty divorced, Sonny was barely speaking. Now, his son was a chatterbox, full of stories, questions, and energy.

In just a few months, Sonny would enter his senior kindergarten class, and after that, elementary school.

Time truly flies.

"Dad, I'll grow up fast. I'll eat more, grow taller, and protect Mom," Sonny said with a determined look.

"You're such a good boy, Sonny," Hank said, though his heart ached at the sentiment. Sonny wanted to protect Liberty, not him.

Liberty, of course, wouldn't need Sonny's protection-she had Duncan and bodyguards by her side now. But hearing his son's declaration still stung. "Dad, when Uncle Duncan and Mom get married, will you come to the wedding? I want to be the flower boy for Mom," Sonny asked innocently. Hank hesitated, caught off guard by the question. After a brief pause, he said, "If Uncle Duncan invites me, I'll come. If not, I won't."

In their customs, attending a wedding without an invitation was improper. Funerals were a different story, but weddings required a formal invite. Sonny nodded. "I heard Uncle Duncan say he'll definitely invite you to the wedding.

Dad, Uncle Duncan's really nice. He treats me and Mom so well. He's not a bad guy."

Sonny's words were earnest, as if he were trying to mend the unspoken tension between his father and Duncan.

Hank felt a pang of sadness but forced a small smile. "Yes, Uncle Duncan isn't a bad guy. He treats you and your mom well, and that makes me happy. I'm glad you both have someone like him in your lives."

Even though his words were kind, the bittersweetness in Hank's heart was undeniable.