Side Story Two

Jessica was strolling in the garden downstairs of the hospital, where a young mother was playing soccer with a little boy.

The football rolled up to her. Jessica picked it up and watched as the little boy ran over.

"Miss Pretty."

What a sweet little boy! Calling her pretty though it was the first time they met.

Jessica raised a brow. "Aren't you a cutie pie?"

She spoke as she handed the football back to the little boy.

Just then, Lucas returned with an ice cream in his hand. The little boy licked his lips while watching from a distance.

Jessica found it amusing and waved at the little boy, saying, "Come here."

The little boy obediently ran over holding the football and said, "Miss Pretty."

"Wanna eat ice cream, huh?"

The little boy nodded and then shook his head. "No."

Although he said "no", his eyes betrayed him.

Jessica clicked her tongue and asked again, "You sure?"

The little boy didn't say anything this time, only swallowing hard.

Jessica pointed to Lucas beside her and said, "If