The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1718

Ellinor’s voice was as gentle as a summer breeze. Her eyes were filled with a warmth and sincerity that made Baber want to nestle in her embrace.

But then, in a flash, he snapped back to reality.

He could never compete with her biological children and could never vie for her affection, for fear of being sent away at any moment.

With this in mind, Baber said with a serious expression. “Thank you, Mommy, for always being so kind to me, but I’m a big boy now. I need to learn to be independent. I want to sleep on my own from now on.”

Ellinor looked slightly helpless. “You’re not even five yet. What kind of big boy are you?”

Baber’s lips tightened into a firm line, a picture of stubborn determination.

gently stroked his head and said, “Alright, if you want to sleep alone, then you can sleep alone. Mommy won’t bother you. If you want Mommy in the middle of the night, you can always come

Baber nodded. “Okay.”

you can read your book first, and I’ll

with a hint of sadness in

want her to leave. He wanted her to stay and keep him company,

with his siblings, Adrian and

returning to her room, Ellinor

whip up something to eat while also preparing a delicious meal for her three

just as Sophia

massive bag of groceries, Thaddeus frowned and asked, “This hotel has every kind of cuisine imaginable. Why are

“Dad, I have nothing else to do, so I might as well go out and get some exercise. Marcus says the hotel food