Chapter 219

What kind of situation is this?

William's intense gaze never left Harper.

When Christina noticed, she quickly stepped in to block his view.

The teacher finished explaining the rules and announced the start of the event.

Parents and kids began to enter the field.

Even though it was Christina's first time at a parent-child sports day, she wanted Harper to have a memorable childhood, so she gave it her all.

But some activities were tough for Christina.

Meanwhile, William seemed to breeze through everything with his child.

Christina stomped her foot in frustration.

"Mom, don't be upset. I'll work hard with you," Harper said softly, sensing her frustration. "But why don't I have a dad to help? If I had a dad, you wouldn't have to work so hard."

Harper's words made Christina swallow her bitterness.

"No, sweetie, I just had a cramp in my leg. Let's give it our all and win the championship."

As soon as Christina looked away, William's gaze returned.

"Dad Cavendish, do you like Harper's mom?" Tobias asked mischievously, looking up at William. "But that's not right. Dad says you can't like someone who's already married."

"You little rascal, what are you talking about?" William playfully poked Tobias's nose.

"Do you even know what it means to like someone?"

"No, but I think liking someone means sharing your favorite snacks with them."

William was momentarily speechless at Tobias's innocent response.

Children's feelings are indeed pure, unlike the complicated emotions of adults. They speak their minds and wear their hearts on their sleeves.

"Alright, let's move on to the next event."

The morning's sports day was intense. Despite Christina's best efforts, she and Harper only managed to secure second place.

Harper was thrilled, running around Christina with a small bronze medal.

"Mom, this medal is so pretty!"

"I'm glad you like it."

"You always said that if I liked something, you'd do your best to get it for me."

"Thank you all for participating in our kindergarten's parent-child sports day. The afternoon session will be free activities. The school has provided picnic areas and food, so feel free to team up and head to the nearby park for a picnic."

After the teacher explained the afternoon activities, the parents began to greet each other and form groups.

Christina hadn't had a chance to find a group yet when Harper pulled Tobias over from somewhere.

Naturally, William followed the children, making things awkward for the two adults.

But the kids seemed to be having a great time.

"I know you have issues with me, but there's no need to act like this in front of the kids," William said.

Christina didn't respond, but seeing the children so happy, she couldn't bring herself to object to Harper's actions.

Christina usually bought some snacks when she picked up Harper from school. She had planned to skip it today because of the sports day and take Harper out afterward.

But due to this unexpected turn of events, Christina decided to call the store and have the snacks delivered.

The park next to the school was large, and with Harper and Tobias dawdling, and various interruptions, by the time they arrived, only a spot by the river was left.

"Isn't this a bit unsafe?" Christina asked, eyeing the river nervously.

"It'll be fine. We'll keep an eye on them," William reassured her, noticing her concern.

Christina didn't say anything more. She spread out the picnic blanket, and the snacks she had ordered were delivered.

The school had only provided some fruit and snacks. The combination of the ordered snacks and the school's fruit looked quite appealing.

Other parents hadn't prepared as much. They were just interacting and chatting with their children nearby.

The kids, freed from the confines of the classroom, were having a blast on the lawn. Even the usually reserved Harper became lively.

Seeing this, Christina felt particularly happy.

The two children took their snacks and fruit to share with other kids.

This left William and Christina alone.

They sat on opposite sides of the blanket. William tried to move closer, but Christina would pull away each time.

"You don't have to be like this. We're not at that point yet."

"It's not that. I just think there's no need to be so cold," William said with a hint of helplessness. "Let's put our issues aside for now and focus on the kids."

Christina didn't respond, her eyes fixed on Harper.

William had a question that had been bothering him, but he couldn't find the right moment to ask.

Just then, a parent suggested having the kids play a game and take a group photo as a keepsake for when they grow up.

Christina had no objections, leaving it up to Harper.

As Tobias's parent, William also had no objections.

The kids gathered to play an old game of Duck, Duck, Goose, organized by the parents.

But young children often lack balance, and some would veer off course while running.

When it was Harper's turn, the child who had thrown the beanbag earlier accidentally ran off course.

By the time everyone realized something was wrong, Harper had already reached the edge of the railing.

Christina and William both looked over in alarm, but before Christina could say anything, Harper tripped over the railing and fell.

Christina rushed over, but before she could speak, William had already kicked off his shoes and jumped in.

The other parents, shocked by the situation, quickly gathered their children.

Fortunately, the river in the park wasn't deep. William quickly pulled Harper out.

"Harper, are you okay?"

Christina took Harper from William and administered first aid. Another parent offered a coat, and she wrapped Harper up and took him to the school nurse for a check-up.

While waiting for the check-up, Christina remembered William, who had saved Harper.

"Thank you."

William was a bit surprised. Although the teacher had given him a towel to dry off, he still looked a bit disheveled.

Looking at the small figure in the nurse's office, William recalled how Harper had clung to his shirt underwater.

He couldn't hold back any longer and asked the question that had been on his mind.

"Is Harper my child?"

Christina looked at him as if he were crazy. "Does it matter?"

"It does." Despite Christina's displeased expression, William's tone remained serious.

"So what if he is? Are you planning to take him away from me?"

Christina's voice carried a hint of sarcasm. Just then, the school nurse announced that the check-up was complete, and Christina quickly ran into the nurse's office.