Arriving at the amusement park, William dashed over to the claw machine with a burst of enthusiasm.
He was fond of this game, often spending hours with Arnold.
Aurelia joined in the fun while Kane and Leopold settled on the nearby vacant bench.
Compared to William's spirited nature, Kane was much more reserved.
Leopold handed him a juice box, asking casually, "Have you seen what William looks like?"
Despite the disinterested tone, Kane grew alert. He was a perceptive boy.
"I have." He nodded cautiously.
"Do you think he looks like you?" Leopold continued.
Kane immediately shook his head, "No."
"Really?" Leopold raised his eyebrows slightly. When they were both wearing masks, they did look strikingly similar.
"Does he look like Aurelia or Arnold?"
The question deepened Kane's suspicion. Was Leopold suspecting something?
He hurried to say, "Like Arnold."
He was unwilling to lie to Leopold, but he'd promised William. He had to uphold his promise, even if it meant disappointing Leopold.
Leopold didn't probe further. The confusion in his eyes gradually faded. Children's features weren't fully developed, and resemblance could be just an illusion, especially when they were masked.
At this moment, William clutched a small bunny from the claw machine, dancing with joy, "Kane, come over. You should try it."
Kane moved over to the third claw machine which had just been abandoned by two people who left empty-handed, disappointed.
After Aurelia paid, the claw started swinging. Kane tapped it lightly, and the claw dropped precisely, grabbing a teddy bear and tossing it into the chute.
"Wow, amazing, you're as good as me." William gave him a thumbs-up.
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