Caught in the act.

Kane continued to visit Sultan at school, and in a brief period, they developed a strong bond, with Sultan growing very fond of him. Sultan affectionately referred to Kane as 'daddy,' and Kane felt a deep sense of connection with his son.

The observant teacher, Mrs. Nicole, who had been discreetly monitoring their interactions, eventually decided to inform Caitlin about the charming stranger who regularly visited during recess to spend time with her son. She requested a meeting with Caitlin in her office. Initially concerned that Sultan might have been causing trouble at school, Caitlin was reassured by Mrs. Nicole that he had been exemplary in his behavior.

"I was apprehensive that Sultan might have misbehaved."

"Oh, no, dear. Sultan is doing perfectly well. It's something else."

Caitlin's apprehension grew.

"What do you mean?"

"It concerns a particular young man who frequently comes here to visit your son. He has been coming for nearly a month now."

"A man? Who is he?"

"I was mean