Sleep disappeared from his eyes that moment. He was instantly conscious and started looking for the ring. Noah was amazed, what ring would make him wake up in seconds?

He searched with his eyes and found the ring. It was shiny and made of pure gold. He smiled, little wonder the boy didn't want to part with it.

"It's under there," he said pointing at the place. Liam made a dive for it, took his prized possession and put it into his pocket. He waved at Noah, said good night and came down from the car. Noah waited until he was sure that he entered the house safely. Then he...