Just like every night, Xavier made sure that the doors and windows downstairs were closed and locked. He stretched his hard body with a groan. He couldn’t wait to be in bed already. They had a really long day. As he headed to the stairs, a little form caught his eye.

“He’wo”, Dorian said with a yawn. He held his rag doll close to his chest. Xavier felt his chest swell with an unfamiliar warmth. The little boy looked around with innocent eyes. His little mouth curled into a pout.

“Are you looking for someone?” Xavier asked, curious. He did not see much of the toddler during dinner. Sylvia kept...