The boy had easily seen through something that none of the adults had noticed.

On top of that, he even kept it to himself and played along so that no one would discover the truth about his father’s condition.

Only after everyone had left did he finally bring up his worries.

My poor boy, he must have suffered a lot.

“You silly boy.” Zachary put on a relaxed front despite the stabbing pain in his chest. With a smile, he said to Robbie, “Look at me. Aren’t I just fine? I can see your charming little face, and I can also see your light blue shirt and navy knitted vest. You look like a gentleman! What made you think there’s something wrong with my eyes?”

Robbie waved a hand

“I’m fine. Really.”

Robbie’s hand and pulled the boy into an

and Ellie are, living your life

stop myself from overthinking. Sometimes, I also feel that being

son even more tightly. In truth, he used to feel the same way when

child, he saw through everything that happened between

not have the power to protect his loved

better not knowing anything and simply growing up like every other

young Zachary could not stop

conflicting feelings were utterly

Robbie,” Zachary said gently while patting the child on the back. “You don’t have to be afraid of anything as long as I’m with you. Don’t worry

wanted to agree, but he knew he

some sorting out to do. Mr. Spencer’s coming over in a while. Why don’t

matters, so I’ll be in my study.” Robbie gazed at him. “If something comes up, could you let me know? Maybe I can

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