Contract Marriage with My CEO Boss

Chapter 122

Chapter 122

The soft crash of waves provided a soothing backdrop as Kylan sat on a beach chair, the warm sand beneath his toes. Clarence's laughter rang out nearby as she dug furiously into the sand, her small hands shaping what she proudly declared would be "the biggest castle ever."

Kylan glanced toward Katrina, who was lounging under the shade of a beach umbrella, her sunglasses perched on her nose as she read a book. She looked peaceful, content. For the first time in months, so did he.

The vibration of his phone broke the momentary stillness. Fishing it out of the pocket of his shorts, he saw Ryan's name on the screen. Frowning slightly, he told Katrina he had to answer. She nodded and put the book down to focus on Clarence. Kylan stood and walked a distance away before he answered.

"Ryan," Kylan greeted, his tone light. "To what do I owe this call? Missing me already?"

Ryan's familiar laugh came through the line. "Don't flatter yourself, Ross. Just wanted to check in. How's the vacation?"

Kylan straightened his back, his gaze flicking to Clarence, who was now enlisting Katrina's help in her sandcastle endeavor. "Perfect. It's exactly what we needed."

"Good, good," Ryan said, though there was a hesitation in his voice that Kylan immediately picked up on.

"What's going on, Ryan?" Kylan asked, his easygoing tone giving way to something more serious.

There was a brief pause on the other end. "Just making sure everything's running smoothly on your end. No surprises or...unexpected visits?"

Kylan straightened slightly. "Unexpected visits? Ryan, what are you talking about?"

Ryan sighed. "I just want to make sure Isabella isn't anywhere near you or your family."

Kylan frowned, his jaw tightening. "Isabella? She wouldn't have a reason to come here. I haven't given her time off so she is back in New York working. Why are you asking?"

Ryan's hesitation deepened. "Look, I don't want to ruin your break, and I'm not saying anything happened. Just...keep an eye out, alright? Isabella's been a little too involved at work lately. Too involved with you."

Kylan's brow furrowed as he glanced back toward Katrina and Clarence. "Is this something I should be worried about?"

"Not if you're careful," Ryan said, his voice firm. "Just focus on Katrina and Clarence. Enjoy your time. I'll keep an eye on things here."

Kylan ran a hand through his hair, unease creeping in despite Ryan's assurances. "Alright," he said finally. "But if there's something you're not telling me "

"I'll handle it," Ryan cut in, his tone brooking no argument. "You deserve this break, Kylan. Don't let her ruin it."

The line went quiet for a moment, the sound of the waves filling the space as Kylan processed Ryan's words.

"Thanks for the heads-up," Kylan said eventually.

"Anytime," Ryan replied, his voice softer now. "And hey-don't forget to send me a picture of Clarence's sandcastle. She's got to be giving you a run for your money in the architect department."

Kylan chuckled, the tension easing slightly. "She's already winning. Take care, Ryan."

"You too, boss," Ryan said before the line clicked off.

Kylan set the phone down and leaned back in his chair, his eyes drifting to his wife and daughter. He couldn't shake the nagging feeling Ryan's words had planted. Isabella had always been ambitious-maybe too much so-but this felt different. He pushed the thought aside for now. His family was here, safe, and happy. Whatever Ryan was worried about could wait.

For now, this was their time, and Kylan was determined to make the most of it.

~0~0~0~

Katrina had Clarence sitting on her lap as she fed her ice cream by the beach. The little girl wiggled her arms excitedly as Katrina moved the small spoon closer. Clarence hummed happily and licked her lips after each bite. Katrina giggled and kissed her temple. "That good?"

Clarence nodded enthusiastically. "Yes, Mommy."

"Good."

"Every time I see you," a voice interrupted. Katrina looked up to see Dexter standing nearby. "You look more and more beautiful."

Katrina cuddled Clarence close. "Um, thank you?"

sighed and sat down beside her. "You're

interested-really, I'm not. I love my husband and my daughter very much. I don't want

closer, lowering her voice. "Listen, just back off, okay? I told you I'm not interested. So

"I know you really want this. You

I don't!" Katrina exclaimed, covering Clarence's ears with her hands. "For heaven's sake, man, I'm trying for another baby right now. So just leave me alone." "Your anger is sexy,"

voice rang out sharply, drawing their attention. Dexter shot up from his seat and sprinted off. Kylan walked over, his

resumed feeding Clarence. "So, how was

major. Just Ryan checking in. Everything's going well, though. Strange thing-Isabella's

Clarence's face and

raised a

honey. I doubt she'd do that. Anyway, what's the

reached over to tickle Clarence's cheek. "Whatever our little

cheek with kisses, making her giggle. "What do you want to do,

pointed excitedly at the

"Good thing we've got our swim things

the beach gear from

up to Kylan.

a sweet kiss on his cheek.

"That's right, we

""Yes!" Clarence cheered.

leaned in to kiss

held her tiny

onto the sand with

the sand feel nice on

shell, and ran back to show it to Katrina. "Mommy!" Katrina crouched to

Clarence nodded. "Yes, please."

"Alright, let's find

eagerly gathering shells and showing them to her mother. Eventually, she yawned and plopped onto the sand. "Daddy?" Katrina ruffled her hair gently. "He'll be back soon, I promise." She glanced toward the hotel, hoping

moment, Kylan emerged, bumping into someone as he did. "Sorry," he muttered, before catching a whiff of a familiar perfume. His

doing here?" Kylan asked, his tone guarded. His mind quickly went

replying, "It's the weekend, Sir. And I'm just exploring the area. I

nodded politely. "Well,

holiday? It's

he said. "Speaking of which, I should get

faintly. "Have

with a small smile. "We're even trying for another

throat nervously. "Would it be okay if I got Clarence something for

neck, uncertain. "I don't know about that, Isabella.

look... happy." She took a deep breath, feigning nonchalance. "I should probably get out of your hair and explore the area by myself. Early night for me,

but it's okay.

frowned, not liking the idea

had misgivings. He knew he might regret it, but his soft heart got the better of him. "Would you like to spend some time with Katrina,

paid off, and she smiled warmly, masking her triumph. "Thank you. I guess I

"Alright,

a dream, almost like a date. When they arrived, Kylan's face softened at the sight of Katrina playing with Clarence. Just seeing his

Kylan called out, his voice brightening as

as Kylan approached with Isabella in tow. She forced a polite smile, though her heart sank at the sight. "Welcome

I hope you don't mind I ran into Isabella, and she said

smile didn't falter. "Of course, there's plenty of room for everyone. Come join

warmly.

Katrina's cheeks flushed. His toned body proudly displayed the love bites and faint nail marks she'd left during their intimate moments. He seemed to wear them with pride. Kylan caught her staring and smirked knowingly before sitting down. "Sweetheart, could you put some sunscreen on me,

bottle. "Alright, turn around." She squeezed some

forget my chest and face," Kylan

her head at his antics. "Clarence, come here, baby." She put some

the sunscreen onto Kylan's face in enthusiastic smacks.

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