"Surprise!" the delivery man exclaimed, revealing his true identity by removing his sunglasses and cap. Yuna's gaze shifted to the man, her eyes wide with astonishment. "Uncle Willy!" she exclaimed, her voice laced with disbelief. But her mind raced with questions - who was this tiny boy, and what was he doing here?!
William's face broke into a warm, radiant smile as he beckoned August to come closer, his eyes shining with affection and warmth.
"Come here" he encouraged, his voice filled with gentle urging.
August's face lit up with excitement, his bright eyes sparkling like diamonds as he eagerly ran towards William, his tiny legs moving swiftly with an endearing awkwardness.
As August reached him, William swept him into his arms, playfully ruffling his hair in a gentle gesture of fondness, his fingers tangling in the soft, curly locks. "Yuna, this is my stepson, or should I say, future stepson, August" William announced, his voice filled with pride and joy, his eyes shining with love and adoration.
He cradled August in his arms, the little boy's eyes sparkling with delight as he gazed up at William, his small hands clinging to his stepfather's shirt. "August, say hello to your cousin, Yuna," William instructed, his tone playful and teasing. August's response was immediate, his voice dripping with cuteness. "Hewo [Hello]," he chimed in, his pronunciation endearing, his tiny voice filled with a sweet, innocent charm.
Yuna's eyes widened in confusion, her voice barely above a whisper. "Cousin? Stepson?" she repeated, her mind unable to understand the unexpected connection.
William's warm smile and gentle eyes put her at ease, and he began to explain how he met Winter Carson, August's mother, and his current partner.
Yuna's surprise turned to astonishment. "You're dating someone with a child?" she asked, her tone laced with disbelief. She couldn't believe she hadn't known about this significant development in her uncle's life.
William nodded, his eyes shining with joy.
"Yes, and August is an amazing little boy!" he said, his voice filled with affection, he playfully tickled August, who giggled and playfully hit William's chest with his small hands, still nestled comfortably in his arms.
Kaida, who had been quietly observing the scene, cleared her throat to announce her presence.
William, still beaming with happiness, extended his hand in greeting.
"You must be the new housekeeper?" he asked, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he smiled.