Chapter 135: He Can't Accept It

"Whoa, it really is the bear restaurant! I saw this in a book!" The moment they stepped into the diner, Ethan was bouncing off the walls with excitement. When he spotted the decor and toys he loved most, he was like a happy little pony, prancing around and letting out joyful exclamations now and then. "You did this on purpose, didn't you?" Charlotte eyed the playful scene. "But how'd you figure out Ethan would love this?" "If you care enough, you can find out anything," Liam replied, sitting on a comically shaped bear chair looking a bit uncomfortable. "I'm glad he likes it." "What are you trying to say?" Charlotte sat down across from him. "You said you'd respect all my decisions." "I will. I know you don't want Ethan to know I'm his dad." Liam's gaze grew dim. "He'll never know about me and him." "Are you okay with that?" The question was aimed at Liam, but Charlotte felt a sharp sense of her own reluctance. She never got equal love from Liam. So, she didn't want Ethan to be