NovelEnglishThis time, it wasn't just a nod from his mom, but also a thumbs up from his dad that lit up Atticus's face with visible joy. "Awesome! Elowen and Sophia are gonna be over the moon!" Atticus Sinclair wasn't just happy for himself; he was genuinely thrilled for Elowen and Sophia too.
Seeing Atticus so chuffed, Thalassa felt a warm glow in her heart, gently ruffling his soft hair.
It had been three years since she'd seen her own kids, and now, reuniting brought a tender warmth to her heart, easing feelings of longing and solitude. Being with those who matter made fand fortune seem trivial.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSoon, the car pulled up at the military academy's entrance, and Atticus knew it was tto get out. Turning back, he looked at Lysander and Thalassa reluctantly: "Mom, Dad, I gotta go." Hearing the reluctance in Atticus's voice, Thalassa couldn't help but feel her eyes moisten, but she managed to keep the emotion at bay, smiling at Atticus, "Letwalk you to the gate." Atticus didn't respond right away but looked at Lysander for approval.
"Go ahead, I'll wait for your mom here in the car," Lysander said.
Brightening up, Atticus took Thalassa's hand, "Mom, con, but let's take it slow." With Atticus's support, Thalassa got out of the car.
Holding her hand, Atticus led her excitedly towards the front, proudly introducing, "Mom, look, this is whereand my siblings go to school. Impressive and majestic, right? And lettell you, the instructors are so cool! They might be strict during lessons, but they're really good to us." Thalassa could hear the pride in Atticus's voice and followed his gaze towards the school. Standing at the gates were two young men in military uniforms, their posture impeccable, exuding a sense of dignity. The school's exterior resembled a formidable fortress, with national flags around, creating a solemn and sacred atmosphere that was deeply moving.
It was a profound feeling of patriotism.
Taking in the school's surroundings and the solemn atmosphere, Thalassa could understand Atticus's pride and felt a deep connection to his emotions. Coming back to the moment, Thalassa told Atticus, "It indeed looks like a great school. I'll make sure to thank your instructors when I meet them." Thanking them for educating her child so well, instilling in him love for his family and country, and teaching him right from wrong at such a young age was indeed rare and commendable.
"Mom, the school gate is opening; I gotta go in now," Atticus said, looking towards the gate as a soldier opened it for him since his leave had ended, specially opened for his return. "Alright, hurry on then," Thalassa said, guiding Atticus towards the gate.
The punctuality of the school and Atticus's strong sense of tmade Thalassa appreciate the military academy's strict discipline, prompting her to adopt a similar level of seriousness.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAs Atticus walked into the school, he turned around in the last second before the gate closed to wave at Thalassa.
Standing still, Thalassa saw Atticus waving at her and quickly raised her hand to wave back, her face always wearing a smile.
Once the gate closed, cutting off her view of Atticus, the tears she had been holding back fell.
These tears were complex, not just
for the sorrow of parting with Atticus but also for the pride in having such a sensible child and the overwhelming joy from feeling Atticus's deep love.
After standing at the gate for a while, Thalassa wiped her tears and turned to walk back.
By the car window, Lysander had been watching Thalassa fremam distance, his gaze profound and thoughtful. X
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