The whole audience laughed, the laughter filled with gentle understanding.
Ned rubbed his nose, a helpless yet relieved smile on his lips.
"But later, we gradually realized that he was truly trying his best to learn how to be a good father.
He studies futures and finance with Ella because she's interested in them;
He does slightly dangerous little experiments with Hale, and then they both get scolded by Uncle Con because they almost blew up the kitchen."
Hahaha — the whole venue burst into laughter, followed by applause.
Even Alex couldn't help but curve his lips. That soft smile was like gentle ripples spreading across a lake.
But soon, his expression became serious again as he continued.
"Before, I always thought we were strong enough already.
Mommy had supported the family alone for so many years, and the three of us were growing up. We believed that as long as we had Mommy, it was enough."
