Chapter 26. I Loved You

At the pediatrician’s office, Santi was reluctant to be examined. Although he was familiar with his doctor, he didn’t like him, especially when he saw him smiling at his mom in a way that seemed silly to him.

“Hello, Santi. This time we’ll check your throat. Could you please open your mouth? If you do, I’ll give you a candy,” the doctor said, smiling as always.

“No,” the little boy replied, crossing his arms over his chest, clearly showing his displeasure.

“Come on, Santi. Open your mouth a little so the doctor can check your throat,” Nicole requested, feeling embarrassed by her son’s behavior.

Bruno noticed the way the young doctor was looking at Nicole, and it annoyed him. Instinctively, he also crossed his arms over his chest.

Observing them in that manner, Nicole realized that her son was a faithful copy of his father.

“Come on, son. Let the doctor examine your throat so we can leave. If you don’t, we’ll have to stay here,” she said reluctantl