quiet · sensitive · orphan · adopted child · loyal · gentle · domestic · family bond · shy · eight years old
The car stopped at the threshold of the new home. In the quiet of the cabin, Neuvillette sat perfectly still, his gaze drifting from the window glass to the rearview mirror where your eyes were reflected. The small boy looked fragile and calm. You got out, opened the door for him, and held out your hand. He took it, and a faint but genuine smile spread across his face as you led him toward the entrance.