However, just as she reached out to take the balloon from the little guy's hand, the little guy didn't let go. Instead, he extended his small hand to grasp Summer Shawcross's fair wrist.
His actions caused Noah Drexler, who was beside them, to frown, but being in the presence of Summer Shawcross, he restrained himself from acting out!
The little guy took the balloon's string and tied it around Summer Shawcross's wrist, just as his father had helped him and Aunt Sherry do before.
The little guy's movements were a bit clumsy, and only after several attempts did he finally secure the balloon's string.
"There, now the balloon won't fly away." The little guy glanced at the balloon in her hand, and a satisfied expression finally appeared on his chubby face.
Summer Shawcross smiled as well and praised him.
"You're really smart!"
The little guy's face showed a bit more pride,
