With Chad's words, the children all gathered around, massaging and patting Justin Battleson and Charlotte Thompson.
Watching such well-behaved children, Charlotte felt her heart brimming with warmth.
Grace then ran into the pile of toys, picked up a small jar, and trotted over to Justin Battleson with it.
"Daddy, this is for you," Grace handed the jar she held to Justin Battleson.
Justin Battleson looked down and saw that inside were colorful paper stars.
"Today, the teacher taught us how to fold stars, and the teacher said these are lucky stars that can bring happiness and luck to others."
Grace spoke earnestly, "We folded them together to give to Daddy because Daddy is sad today."
The movements of Justin Battleson, who had been reaching for the jar, paused, and even Charlotte looked somewhat surprised.
His other hand, which rested on his leg, involuntarily tightened.
Since today was the anniversary of his mother's death, Justin Battleson was naturally feeling down.
