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.

this, Ellinor didn’t want to crush her son’s desire for independence, so she gently stroked his head and said, “Alright, if you want to sleep alone, then you can

Baber nodded. “Okay.”

first, and I’ll call you when it’s time

the room with a hint of

didn’t want her to leave. He wanted her to stay and keep him company, but

time with his siblings, Adrian

room, Ellinor headed to the kitchen.

feeling hungry and decided to whip up something to eat while also preparing a delicious meal for her three little

his hotel suite just as Sophia was coming back from the grocery

hotel has every kind of cuisine imaginable. Why are you buying so much stuff? Can’t

to do, so I might as well go out and get some exercise. Marcus says the