Chapter 187: Wish I Had A Child

“You know what?” Levi smothered a smile as he glanced at the little boy. “No, what?” “I think we have the same eyes,” Xander muttered. “Yeah, pretty cool, huh?” Xander shut the drawer and moved towards him. “I think mine’s greener, though.” He nodded, the smile slipping out. “I suppose they are.” He accepted the book Xander had thrust into his hand, then moved slightly so he could climb into his bed. “Comfy?” he queried after the boy had laid down and pulled the blanket over his legs. “Yup….you may begin the story now,” he added, pointing at the book. Levi hesitated as he'd forgotten what he was about to say. “Say,” Xander began softly, “can I call you Mr. Rodriguez or Levi?” “You can call me whichever you are most comfortable with.” The little guy nodded, “Mr. Rodriguez, it is then.” He nearly sighed with relief when the question finally popped into his mind. “Do you always sleep with socks on?” “Yeah, my feet usually get really cold.” “Mine too,” Levi replied, flinging