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"\"Axel strolled into the kitchen the next morning, his usual nonchalant alpha demeanor on full display. He had always been the kind of man who exuded power and confidence without even trying, and today was no different. As he poured himself a cup of coffee, he noticed Theo's nanny, Hazel, preparing breakfast for the young boy.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\\\"Hazel, would you care to join me for breakfast?\\\" Axel asked casually, gesturing to the empty seat across from him at the table.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EHazel looked up in surprise, her kind eyes widening at the unexpected invitation. She nodded, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips, and took a seat opposite Axel.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EAs they ate, Axel engaged Hazel in easy conversation, asking about her day yesterday and the things that had happened at her old school. Hazel recounted a few amusing anecdotes, her soft voice resonating through the quiet kitchen. Axel listened attentively, his piercing gaze ne