It was evident it wasn’t an act as Stephen was on the verge of letting loose of his emotions after sharing the things he had been keeping to himself throughout the years.
Sebastian went dead silent and had his eyes glued to the pond. No one could possibly figure out the things he had in mind due to his deadpan look.
When Sasha saw the fishing rod vibrating, she rushed over and started jumping for joy in front of the duo.
“Mr. Hayes, look at the fishing rod! I think you have just caught a fish!”
Initially, Sebastian had no intention to reel in the fish, but he changed his mind and took over the fishing rod upon another glimpse at Sasha.
Swoosh!
He reeled in a fish that was at least a few pounds in weight in a matter of seconds.
Thrilled by the man’s catch, Sasha exclaimed as if she was the one in the middle of a fishing session, “It’s such a big fish!”
Stephen was influenced by the woman’s sprightly behavior. He asked, “Dr. West, have you never tried fishing before this?”
Sasha squatted next to the fish and remarked with her eyes gleaming, “No! To be precise, this is the first time I have seen someone fishing! It’s amazing!”
Her parents had never allowed her to indulge herself in leisure activities as such. She was required to attend different classes to nurture her talent whenever she was free. She was a member of the Hayes upon reaching adulthood. As soon as she gave birth to her children, she went abroad to stay away from the man.
Thus, she had never indulged herself in such a leisure activity to the point she couldn’t move her eyes away from the fish.
Sebastian was at a loss for words and thought of warning her to stay away from the fish. He was disgusted by the thought of her smelling like a fish and showing up next to him.
However, Stephen suggested, “If that’s the case, why don’t you go ahead and give it a try, Dr. West?”
“Is that fine?”
Sebastian couldn’t believe his ears because his uncle had just suggested for her to join them.
Things became lively as soon as Sasha joined the duo. She bombarded Sebastian with all sorts of questions every once in a while.
“Mr. Hayes, is this the proper way to reel in the fish?”
“Mr. Hayes, why aren’t there any fish?”
“Mr. Hayes, is there something wrong with my bait?”
“Mr. Hayes-”
Unable to stand it anymore, Sebastian clenched his teeth and gasped out his reply, “Just keep quiet!”
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