The word "half-sibling" is not in the vocabulary of LJ Reyes's children, Aki and Summer Ayana, because they showed that they are as well bonded as any other children.
Aki is LJ's son with former boyfriend Paulo Avelino, while Summer Ayana is her daughter with former boyfriend Paolo Contis.
Since Summer Ayana's birth on January 7, 2019, Aki has welcomed with open arms his responsibility as an older brother to her. A few weeks before LJ gave birth, Aki has been "so understanding and loving."
And the moment he saw his little sister, he immediately kissed her on the cheeks.
Aki was 8 when he became a big brother but he proved that he, too, can take care of Summer Ayana. And as they grow older, it seems Aki will always have Summer Ayana's back.
In September 2021, LJ quietly left the Philippines with her kids as they flew to New York City, after the actress' breakup with fellow actor Paolo Contis.
Check out their cutest bonding in this gallery.
LJ gave birth to Summer Ayana on January 7, 2019. When Aki first saw his younger sister, he quickly kissed her on the cheeks.
Although Aki was only 8 years old when they welcomed Summer Ayana, he's become quite the protector of his little sister.
Aki couldn't contain his happiness as he smiled while watching Summer Ayana.
Aki always hugs Summer Ayana as a sign of protection.
LJ loves what she sees in her two children. She wrote in the caption, "Can we be like this 24/7??"
Aki also shows his love for Summer Ayana by hugging her during their vacation in the United States.
One thing's for sure: Aki is very clingy to Summer.
LJ caught on camera how Aki puts a clip on Summer Ayana to keep her hair in place.
Aki is surely the big brother who is always ready to protect his little princess.
According to LJ Reyes's post, she is making new memories with her kids in New York.
Kuya Aki gives Summer a kiss.
Aki and Summer love spending time with their mommy.
LJ Reyes is a proud mom of Aki and Summer.
Aki and Summer posed with LJ during Thanksgiving in 2021.
LJ is happy to see how Aki and Summer show their love for one another.
The celebrity mom posts their bonding time in the U.S.
The kids enjoyed the holidays with their mommy.
It's always a fun and happy family day with LJ Reyes and her children, Aki and Summer Ayana.
Here's a tender yet cute brother-sister moment between Aki and Summer Ayana.
LJ Reyes makes sure to take her kids to different outdoor places to experience new and fun things.
Aki and Summer Ayana, indeed, have a great sibling bond.