"If we all could see the world through the eyes of a child, we could see the magic in everything." Unknown
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Eden nervously tapped his fingers on the steering wheel as he checked his watch multiple times. Harvey watched him from behind, and he looked around to see the traffic that was stressing him out. They got out at peak hour, and all the cars were advancing at low speed.
Harvey guessed his kid finished school at five, and there were only ten minutes before he got out. He didn't know where his school was, but it must be a little far, judging from Eden's expression.
Harvey didn't say a word and kept watching him. He tried to picture the kid; a little boy with the same eyes as his dad and probably his mother's nose — though he never met Eden's wife before. He imagined the boy leaving school and hurrying to his dad's arms to tell him about his day, something he never experienced during his childhood.
The Chairman rarely picked him up from school. It was mostly for the cameras and to maintain a good reputation as a father.
Harvey was always the last kid to leave school. He wondered how much his father paid the teacher to stay with him for extra hours. Little Harvey watched his friends leave one by one with their mum or dad, and sometimes even both. He stayed with the teacher for one more hour, or two, until someone came to pick him up. Mostly his dad's driver or one of the bodyguards. Harvey never got to experience what it felt like to tell his dad about his day on their way back home.
Eden parked the car in front of the school and hurried to get out. Harvey watched the kids leave the building from his window, with their parents holding their bags or bringing them a snack. Eden stood up in the middle as he waited for his kid's class' turn. Just after, he saw a little human run to him, shouting 'papa!'.
Harvey slowly opened the window to listen.
"Hey, big boy!" Eden crouched down to take the kid in his arms. He ruffled his dark hair and kissed his cheek. "How was your day?"
"Good! We painted our family!"
"Really?!" Eden widened his eyes, "You'll have to show me later,"
"Yes, papa," the kid smiled and hugged his dad. A small smile appeared on Harvey's face, and then he opened the door and walked to them.
As he approached, he realised how much the boy looked like Eden. He had the same almond-shaped brown eyes, soft dark hair and thin lips. He was a kid version of Eden.
"Hello," Harvey stood in front of him and smiled.
Leo indifferently looked at him, and then he asked his dad who it was. Eden stood up and held his hand, "That's my boss. Mr Clarke,"
"Hello, Mr Clarke," Leo politely bowed, and Harvey had to press his lips tight to avoid smiling too much. He knelt in front of him and asked, "What's your name?"
"I'm Leo," the boy answered with the most adorable voice.
"Nice to meet you, Leo," Harvey ruffled his hair and stood up.
"Is that your car?" Leo asked, pointing at the black Mercedes.
"Yes," Harvey smiled proudly, "Do you like it?"
"It's so cool!" Leo let go of his dad's hand and ran to the car, "When I'm big, I'll buy the same one!" he exclaimed.
"I'm sure you'll get a better one," Harvey opened the door for Leo and sat beside him. "Don't forget your seatbelt,"
Eden started the car and looked at Leo through the mirror. His small eyes shone as he looked around the car. He was amazed by the leather seats and the lights on the board.
"Papa, I'm hungry," Leo said after they drove for about two minutes.
"Didn't you eat at school?" Eden asked, lifting a brow.
"I don't like beans, papa," Leo pouted, "I'm still hungry,"
Eden hummed, "Okay, I'll make you something when we get home,"
"No!" Leo protested, "Home is far,"
Eden sighed, "I'm working now, big boy. I need to drop Mr Clarke somewhere before I finish, okay?"
Harvey looked at Leo, who was pouting as he looked through his window. He crossed his arms, and his bunny backpack covered his legs. He chuckled and leaned toward him to whisper, "Do you want burger and fries?"
Leo suddenly replaced his frown with a grin, and his eyes shone as he exclaimed 'yes!'.
Harvey winked at him and cleared his throat, "Drive us to Great Burger," he told Eden, who scrunched his brows. "They have the best burgers in town," he added, sharing a smile with Leo.
"You don't have to if you're doing this for Leo," Eden mumbled.
"That's none of your business," Harvey shrugged, "I want to treat my new friend," he lifted his hand, and Leo hurried to high-five it.
They arrived at Great Burger, and Leo ran behind Harvey, following him inside the shop to pick a menu. Harvey let him take whatever he wanted, even ice cream and a large cup of soda.
Eden shook his head as he watched his boss saying yes to everything Leo asked.
"That's a lot," he stood behind him, "I don't think he can eat everything,"
Harvey rolled his eyes and sighed, "Once again, it's none of your business. You heard him earlier. He's hungry,"
Eden couldn't complain more when he watched Leo jump excitedly as he waited for his order. Harvey held his hand, and both headed to a table while they left Eden to pick their food. Leo was amazed by everything Harvey owned; like his watch, his silver bracelets, and even the tattoos on his arms and the one behind his neck.
He never got to meet someone older than him other than his parents. His cousins studied aboard, and it was not like he ever got to meet them anyway. His grandparents barely wanted to see him as they were still upset that Olivia got pregnant at such a young age.
"Here is the food," Eden placed the tray on the table and sat next to Leo, who hurried to open the box and pour some ketchup and mayo over his fries.
Harvey took his burger, and Eden looked at the last one with confusion. "Is it for me?" he asked.
Harvey nodded, "Who else then?"
Eden bowed his head and opened the box, "Thank you," he whispered, and Harvey looked at him with a smirk, "Isn't your new boss so generous?"
"You are!" Leo replied instead, making Harvey proud. "See? Even your kid agrees,"
Eden chuckled as he watched Leo devour the burger. He never ate a lot before, but today, he was surprisingly hungrier. He hummed a song as he dipped the fries in the sauce and ate them.
From time to time, he would clean his mouth if he left some sauce on it. He even snapped a picture of him while he ate. Harvey silently watched them, and for a moment, he forgot his burger and kept looking at how Eden helped organise the table to let some space for Leo to play with his new toy.
Leo was living the childhood Harvey always desired. He wanted to spend more time with his dad, have a meal together and play. He wished for someone to take care of him other than his bodyguards and maids.
Leo saw some kids playing in the mini-park inside the shop, and he asked his dad if he could join them. Eden nodded and told him to come soon as they would have to leave.
Harvey waited for the boy to be far to look at Eden and smirk. He was still wearing his university uniform, and he didn't notice his shirt buttons opened, letting Harvey have a glimpse of his tan chest.
Eden felt Harvey piercing holes in his body, and he frowned, "What?"
"You're one sexy dad," Harvey smirked. "She's lucky to have you," he said, and Eden looked at him with confusion, "Your wife."
"Why?" Eden scoffed and looked away.
"Look at you," Harvey rested his back on the chair and bit his lower lip, "Those eyes, those lips, and those collarbones..." Harvey paused to take a breath, "...I could eat you alive,"
Eden looked at him in disbelief, "How can you say that when kids are around?"
"They're too busy to pay attention to what I'm saying," Harvey shrugged, without taking his eyes off Eden. "Don't ruin the fun,"
Eden rolled his eyes, "Don't you already have a boyfriend or something?"
"Why?" Harvey smirked and leaned toward the table, "Do you want to make sure if you have a chance with me? Don't worry. I'll give you VIP access," he winked.
Eden shook his head, "Seriously," he mumbled.
Harvey smiled, "I don't have a boyfriend. In fact, I never really had one."
Eden only hummed and watched his son play with the other kids. Harvey pressed his lips and sighed as he knew it was almost impossible to have his attention. Of all the men, it had to be a married one with a kid.
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