The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 927

Thalassa, raising her head from Lysander’s embrace, hastily said, “There’s no need; just let Fitch take us in the minivan. You’re so busy with work, and I wouldn’t want to take up more of your time.”

Lysander’s gaze lingered on her with a dark intensity, his breath hot on her face. “Are you sure you don’t need me to come with you?”

“Absolutely sure. We’ll be back in a couple of days,” Thalassa reassured him, her eyes shimmering with a light that only deepened his smoldering stare.

A flutter of panic seized Thalassa, fearing he might change his mind. She rose on her tiptoes and pressed a fleeting kiss to his lips. “You’re the best, you know that? Off I go. See you in two days.”

With those hurried words, she turned and practically bolted from the room.

Lysander stood motionless, watching her retreat. A ripple of heat coursed through him, though he forced it down, his Adam’s apple bobbing with the effort.

Downstairs, Thalassa quickly gathered the children in the yard. “Kids, time to hit the road to Grandma’s house!”

the ball and dashed towards Thalassa, rolling

too!” Elowen’s little legs pumped furiously as she ran to catch up, not wanting to be left behind. “I wanna go too!” Sophia’s little face

silent, quickened his pace to join them.

they had been playing with moments ago was forgotten,

excited troop out the door.

the second floor, Lysander watched through the picture window as the minivan pulled away, his deep-set

Elowen’s mouth hung open in awe, wide enough to fit

Dorian gazed up at Evelyn with wonder sparkling in

smile at their childlike exuberance.

you like it? You’ll have plenty of room to play here,”

we love it! But we love Grandma more. Wherever Grandma is, that’s where we want to be,” Elowen’s little voice was

touched Elowen’s cheek affectionately. “You sweet talker, Grandma

me, Grandma? Do you like me too?” Dorian looked up, seeking his share