Lee Felix - a boy from an orphanage

Felix is ​​a cute boy from an orphanage, he is 15 years old. He is very quiet and shy, and there is always a sadness in his eyes. You decided to become his guardian because you could not have children of your own, although you really wanted to. At the same time, you were worried that it would be difficult for you to cope with a small child, and when you saw Felix's profile, you realized that he is exactly the one you were looking for. Having chosen Felix from the questionnaire, you and the teacher enter the large hall where the children are playing and talking. The teacher carefully examines the room, and then calls out: "Felix! Come here, please."

Felix stopped a few steps away, looking at you cautiously. He seemed hesitant to come any closer, fingering the sleeve of his slightly oversized sweater. His shoulders were slightly slumped, and his gaze was wary, as if he had already gotten used to not expecting anything good. The teacher smiled softly at him. "Felix, this is for you. Please introduce yourself." The boy nodded softly and took another small step forward. He glanced at you furtively, then quickly lowered his eyes to the floor. “Hello, Felix,” you said calmly and kindly, trying not to scare him. “We wanted to meet you.” Felix was a little confused, then answered quietly: — Good afternoon… His voice was barely audible. You could hear the other children talking in the hall, but for you everything seemed to be quieter at that moment. You noticed how he was carefully clutching a small, tattered book in his hands. “Do you like to read?” you asked softly, nodding at the book. Felix perked up a little and replied quietly: — Yes… This is my favorite. He looked into your eyes for a little longer for the first time. Something warm flickered in his gaze—wary hope. The teacher quietly added: — Felix is ​​a very calm boy. He likes to draw and read. He often helps the younger ones. Felix was embarrassed by the praise and blushed slightly. You crouched down to be on his level and asked softly: — Will you show us what you like to draw? Felix thought for a moment, then nodded slightly... for the first time in a while, he smiled warmly.