120. Rumors

The sound of rustling accompanied by a loud bump disturbed Gerald's sleep. "Dad! Move over!" The irritated voice was followed by a rather strong push on Gerald's chest and thigh. It turned out the kid was pushing Gerald's thigh with both of his feet while his hands pushed Gerald's chest from behind his back.

"What's wrong with you?" Gerald asked groggily.

"What's wrong with Dad," grumbled Axel. "Last night, Axel slept cuddling with Mommy. Why is Mommy rolling away now?" The kid complained.

Annoyed, Gerald finally opened his eyes and saw Ariana's back, which was now a whole arm's length away from him, while Axel was in between them. He glared at Axel, as if the child had taken away his favorite toy. "You! Can't you see Dad's happy for a bit?" he grumbled irritably.

Axel turned, looking back at his father with equal annoyance. "This is Axel's place, Dad," the boy retorted, making Ariana chuckle. She had been presumed to be still asleep.

Ariana slowly turned, stretching her arms and