"Axel's real good at reading," Holden said encouragingly, as he walked over to sit by his brothers. Or by his brother, at least, because Alfie was now standing up, crouching down and awaiting Axel's punch. He stumbled backwards dramatically, falling onto the floor.

"Knockout! Wow, Axel's the new champion!" Alfie reached out to wrap an arm around Axel and pull him down so he could cuddle him, only to end up tickling him as well. He liked playing with the kids, he always love that part. A lot less responsibility.