Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 721
Kevan’s face was calm and emotionless.
“It’s not worth it for you to make the trip. It’s too far.” Without hesitation, Larissa shot him down.
Gary had invited his network of close friends in Aldovia. Kevan wasn’t close to any of them. Thus, it would only be awkward for him. Besides, he had his own job to take care of.
“Alright” Kevan replied, pursing his lips. He did not confirm whether he would attend or not. “You guys should have an early night. Aren’t you going to Disnieland tomorrow? You won’t have enough energy to play if you don’t go to sleep now.”
“Yeah.” Larissa nodded, suppressing her reluctance to hang up. Avoiding Kevan’s gaze, she lowered her voice and spoke to Aster. “Say goodbye to Daddy.”
“Bye, Daddy!” Because of his excitement to go to Disnieland, Aster bid Kevan goodbye immediately. Usually, he would try to prolong the
call for as long as possible.
Kevan’s eyes shone with amusement. With a wide grin, he ended the call in a cheerful tone. “Bye, goodnight!”

When the video call ended. Wendy continued bugging Larissa about it. “Why didn’t you invite Mr. Rogers to the banquet? It’s one of the
most important turning points in your life! Don’t you want him to witness that?”
“Do you think Mr. Rogers has as much free time as you? Besides, it is just a small banquet. There’s nothing special about it” Larissa
glared at Wendy.
*Alright suit yourself! I’m going to bed now. Tomorrow, I have to do overtime at the office.” Wendy dismissed her impatiently.
Carrying Aster in her arms, Larissa stood up from the sofa. “We’ll turn in for the night too.”
Larissa had promised Freddy that she would pick him up at his home on Saturday morning.
With Aster in tow, she pressed the doorbell, However, it was Allen who answered the door.
Larissa was stunned when she saw Allen, who was supposed to be at the office at this time. In contrast, Aster greeted him happily. “Uncle
Allen!
Allen squatted down and patted Aster on the head. With a tender smile, he said, “Aster, long time no seel
Larissa recovered her senses and questioned Allen. “Why are you at home?”
After that previous incident, she felt awkward whenever they had to interact face-to-face.
‘I’ve applied for leave, so I will accompany you to Disnieland. Freddy and Aster are two energetic young boys. I’m worried that you won’t be able to handle them, so I feel more comfortable going along. In addition, since you can’t drive, I can fetch all of you there. It would be more convenient for everyone.” Allen replied nonchalantly, staring at Larissa with innocent eyes.
Lanssa convinced herself to not overthink things. Allen had always been very protective of Freddy, so it was natural that he would be