He immediately became excited, not being able to help himself from clenching his hands into fists, this was Carolline Ruiz's son, and also...
As for what was behind those words, Bryan Hawkins didn't dare to think about it. Even if it were true, he didn't know if Axel would recognize him or be willing to acknowledge him.
So, he squatted down. As soon as he did, Axel was able to see his face clearly. His big black eyes widened, "You, you, you..."
Three consecutive 'you's, this was the first time Axel stammered like this. The other children behind him laughed, but Axel paid them no attention. He just stared intently at Bryan Hawkins, as it was his first time seeing his dad up close.
This was his dad! His dad was so handsome, much more handsome than anyone on TV. No wonder Axel had been a little handsome man since he was born, inheriting his father's genes.
In Axel's heart, a sudden sense of pride and self-satisfaction arose.
