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!”

dashed towards Thalassa, rolling towards her

not wanting to be left behind. “I wanna go too!” Sophia’s little face flushed with urgency as she

usually silent, quickened his

been playing with moments ago was forgotten, lying

her excited troop

watched through the picture window as the minivan pulled away, his deep-set eyes reflecting the warmth of the setting sun.

so pretty!” Elowen’s mouth hung open in awe, wide

or something?” Dorian gazed

couldn’t help but smile

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

love it! But we love Grandma more. Wherever Grandma is, that’s where we want to

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

like me too?” Dorian looked up, seeking his share of affection.