Chapter 244. Growing up

**5 Years Later**

“Mummy! Wow! You’re here early today!”

“Yes! I am…” I called out cheerfully before crouching down with both my arms outstretched.

I watched with a mix of pride and joy as I watched a very cute and smiley red-haired boy run straight into my outstretched arm. He hugged me and I hugged him tightly in return.

“Hi, Ryder. How was your day at school?” I asked as I gazed into his beautiful eyes. At least, he has my eyes.

“It was awesome!” he replied energetically.

“Cool! Well, it’s time to go home. Daddy will be back early today too!” I said excitedly.

“Wow cool!” Ryder exclaimed excitedly as he raced off ahead towards the parking lot.

“No running! Ryder!” I called after him and surprisingly, my little boy stopped in his track and waited for me to catch up to him in my wobbly high heels.

“You’re such a good boy these days, huh?” I teased as I caught up to him.

I offered him my hand and he du