What about his dad? Ethan did a side glance on Professor Cosgrach and bowed his head a bit. If only he had a stronger will, he won’t be caught looking sad by a professor. Not that he doesn’t appreciate Culloden’s concern, but the day could have been spent better…like…teaching the man how to snowboard? But no, he was stuck there with an adult, feeling down and all that because of his own father.

“I…will you promise not to tell anyone, sir?” Because as far as he knows, he’s known to be a cheerful child amid the problems beneath him. Being emotional and sad isn’t Ethan’s cup of tea. He’d rather forget and not face his dilemma in exchange for something better.