Chapter 95

From Emily's point of view "What brings you back so early today?"  I asked while stroking his neck and giving him a kiss. "Missed you, so I came back as soon as possible."  Owen's voice was sweeter than candy, and it made me so happy.  I stood up and hugged him tightly, and he embraced me back intimately.  Just then, we heard a familiar voice. "I didn't see anything, really, I didn't see anything. You guys can keep going."  We turned around and saw Lucas running toward his room.  "Hold on a second," Owen called out to him. "How's school been treating you lately? Any problems you need my help with?" Owen walked up to Lucas, crouched down, and spoke in a gentle tone. "It's fine," replied Lucas without saying much.  Although the tension between them had eased, Lucas was still reluctant to address Owen as "dad".  Nevertheless, we respected Lucas' decision and didn't pressure him to use the term at this mome