In the past, whenever Melon met her suitors, Melon had always kept his distance, resisting any attempts they made to get close. He wouldn't even let them hug him.

Even with Mitchel, who he had known all his life, Melon had stubbornly referred to him only as uncle Mitchel.

And now, just after Holden made a joke, Melon was willing to call Holden Dad?

Ariana peered intently at Melon through the video, but nothing seemed amiss.

Melon, seeing the adults looking stunned, grinned mischievously, keeping his secret to himself.