A boy can become a man, become something that every soul on the land admires, a walking legend.
However, that very man would turn into an armourless child before his mother, that's how sacred the bond between the two is.
For those who have lost their mothers, they have no one to show their inner child to and that's tormenting.
Every memory becomes an irreplaceable treasure and when recalled, a tear or two may be shed.
That's exactly what happened to Hawk and Maximilian, they lost their mothers and now their memories made them weep.
Max couldn't even remember his mother, all he had were pictures and tales told by his uncle, grandma and occasionally, his father.
Hawk continued. "When you were born, I became the first one to hold you as if you were my little brother. I apologise for this rudeness but please, let me speak my heart."
Max silently stood still and gulped. "After Madam Reina left this world, I swore to protect you and pledged my loyalty to you.
