With just one intense glare from Gordon, Elliot immediately froze in his arms—downright intimidating. No wonder Mom can't stand him. Whatever. As his kid, he was done trying. Guess Dad's gonna be single forever. Nah—more like end up all alone. Gordon's arrival at Noble Haven Kindergarten caused a huge stir. Gossip traveled faster than a sneeze in flu season—some big-shot had shown up, even making the principal scramble. Everyone talked, but hardly anyone actually spotted him. "Alright, scram already. I'll manage. Just fetch me this afternoon. Relax, since I'm stuck with you now, I won't bolt." Elliot muttered, wriggling out of Gordon's hold. Knowing his dad would attract stares, he'd picked the secret back way—the one even the teachers forgot about. Not like anyone saw Gordon anywa

