Caden stepped outside feeling immensely satisfied. His previous experiences playing with orchestras left much to be desired, although that was probably due to the immaturity of his fellow musicians who were still in school. He had forgotten the rush of musicians playing in sync to an appreciative crowd. The atmosphere was completely different, rewarding and exciting.
“Caddie!” Toby exclaimed, running up to him.
Caden scooped him up, hugging him as Levin and Mica softly chuckled. It wasn’t often they saw his reserved demeanor easily melt away. He grinned at the little boy tightly clutching him.
“We saw you play, Caddie!” Toby announced. “You are really good!”
“Thanks,” Caden chuckled. “These are my friends, Levin and Mica. This is my little cousin, Toby.”
“We guessed that,” Levin nod
