From Secret Wife to Queen of Her World by Anonymous

Chapter 13

Chapter 13 Give Me Custody of the Kids.

Gabriel’s breath caught at her words. “What are you saying?”

Hazel’s voice was soft but firm as she said, “Let’s discuss the custody of the kids again.” The air around them became utterly still, as if frozen solid.

Gabriel advanced a step, positioning himself right in front of her. His face, usually so warm and inviting, was now like a mask of ice, his eyes piercing and cold. The intensity of his gaze wast enough to make anyone quiver with fear.

Having been by his side for five years, Hazel could read him like

She recognized the signs of barely contained fury.

Anyone else would have been cowed by his imposing presence.

no other.

The six–year–old in her grasp was no lightweight, but Hazel’s grip was unwavering, her arm steady.

After sorting things out in her mind, she calmed herself down when she looked at Gabriel. “It’s scorching out here. The kids can’t take this heat. Let’s head inside where it’s cooler and talk.” With Jaxon cradled in her arms and Leila safely held by Lucia, they made their way towards the hotel.

Joshua took Gabriel’s hand and trailed after them.

Without thinking, Gianna grasped Joshua’s free hand, trying to create a cozy family vibe with the three of them.

But this time, Joshua pulled away.

Seeing Jaxon in such distress for the first time left Joshua feeling deeply disheartened. As twins, they had always shared a profound connection, sensing each other’s feelings since they were little.

Jaxon was really sad.

“Was it Gianna’s fault? Did I get too close to her before?” Joshua thought to himself. At that moment, Gianna stepped in to take his hand, while Joshua continued to wavere Gianna’s face was drained of color, her fingers

drained of color, her fingers clenched tightly in her hands.

The hotel was right next to the check–in counter.

The check–in process was a breeze.

Lucia’s cousin invited her relatives and friends, all of whom were in the same circle in Seattle. Many people had seen the beloved twins from the Campbell family.

As everyone watched Jaxon nestled closely in Hazel’s embrace, they couldn’t help but take a closer look at her.

Hazel’s beauty was undeniable.

in showbiz,

like a piece of perfect gem.

The

Give Me Custody

elevator climbed to the upper floors, Lucia stole a

His features were impeccably. chiseled, and he radiated a cool, aloof presence that kept

and Gabriel were stunning pair in

at Leila in her arms, her heart swelling with affection as she planted a

might have been a lousy husband, but there was no denying the

had inherited his

her divorce. Despite not having known each other for long, they understood each other’s character very well.

sly glance at Gabriel while she held Leila, Hazel quickly picked up on her implication and gave

Lucia gave

a

would never tell this

whispered, “Darling, after you regain custody of the twins, can I also be their godmother?”

children of her

good thing to be a godmother.

while Jaxon, leaning on her shoulder, also gazed at

The elevator arrived.

own room, with Lucia following

Gianna, who

how far you and Gabriel have gotten, it’s not appropriate for you

sorrowful look, her

Gabriel frowned in confusion, trying to grasp what

a point. It was a family issue, and Gianna

back

to sow discord, but Gabriel had already led Joshua. into the room.

face, leaving her seething with anger. She almost lost her composure, glaring fiercely at the door before her. With a heavy heart, she eventually retreated to her room. Lucia had arranged a suite for Hazel, and the luggage

gently stroked Jaxon’s head and softly asked, “Can you stay and play with Leila for

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discussion, and I’ll

his eyes and

didn’t

mon

hoped that they would always be

Jaxon to the bathroom and fetched a fresh towel from the suitcase.

just now, and I will make sure he apologizes. “You’re so well–behaved. You’re not a rude child at all. I know

and

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