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?”

 
 

“Are you really okay?” Robbie waved a hand in front of his father’s face.

“I’m fine. Really.”

 

Suppressing his heartache, Zachary took Robbie’s hand and pulled the boy into an embrace.

be as carefree as Jamie and Ellie are, living your life without any worries.

that, but I just can’t stop myself from overthinking. Sometimes, I also feel that being too smart isn’t a good thing. It’s

In truth, he used to feel the same way when he

child, he saw through everything that happened

have the power

 

not knowing anything and simply growing up like every

Robbie, the young Zachary

conflicting feelings were utterly

what happens, Robbie,” Zachary said gently while patting the child on the back. “You don’t have to be afraid of anything as long

agree, but he knew he could not do as

I have some sorting out to do. Mr. Spencer’s coming over in a while. Why don’t you go play

so I’ll be in my study.” Robbie gazed at him. “If

come up with several new tech products thanks to you.” Zachary stroked the

more, a knock sounded at the door, followed by Ben’s voice. “Mr. Nacht! Mr. Spencer has

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