Laurie PoV
I grabbed Forest's hand and held it tightly. The boy pouted.
"Hey, come on, don't pout like that. This is all for your safety, honey," I said, trying to coax him. "Your father can't stay with us, but he wants to continue to protect us in his own way."
Forest sighed. "Why does my father have to be a genius doctor who often travels to teach others?"
I couldn't help but laugh at my son's words. He looked so sad when Ryan had to leave the country again yesterday. If I hadn't stopped him, I'm sure Ryan would have wanted to cancel his trip.
"Forest, honey, your father is a great doctor. He was great even before he met me and we were together until we had you," I said as I opened the car door.
"Yes, I understand and I'm actually proud of him," Forest said as he put on his se
