With just two days left before the start of school, Carolline Ruiz had three consecutive days off and would be able to send Axel to school on Monday.
On the first day, the couple took Axel shopping to prepare everything he needed for the new school year. It was like this every year, but for Axel, the excitement didn't come from the new clothes or shoes; it came from having both his parents with him for the first time. He felt incredibly happy and content.
One hand holding his dad's hand and the other holding his mom's, the family of three, dressed in matching outfits that Bryan Hawkins had prepared on a whim, walked around wearing sunglasses. This high-profile entrance attracted many curious glances as soon as they stepped out of the car.
Axel had always been a handsome and well-behaved child, so whenever Carolline took him out, they would receive envious looks from others. However, this level of attention was a first for her, and it felt a bit strange.
