Emily's POV

That Monday morning, I woke up early to prepare breakfast for Carl. When he was done eating his cereal, I packed lunch for him in his lunchbox.

“Carl. What fruit do you want to eat at school today?” I asked, raising an eyebrow. He smiled and tapped his jaw gently with his fingers as he thought of what to say

“I think I'll take apples and strawberries.” He said with a deep smile on his face.

“Alright.” I mumbled as I took my gaze to the tray which contained several fruits. I picked two strawberries and an apple and stuffed it in his lunchbox

I gave him a...