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.

stunning women in showbiz, but none compared to Hazel.

a timeless elegance, like a piece of perfect gem. Her presence was captivating.

The

Give Me Custody of the

upper floors, Lucia stole a furtive look at Gabriel

man she’d ever seen. His features were impeccably. chiseled, and he radiated a cool, aloof presence that kept others at a

were stunning pair in terms

swelling

lousy husband, but there was no denying the quality

and Leila had inherited

her divorce. Despite not having known each

picked up on her implication

Lucia gave

a

so adorable. She would never tell this scumbag that Leila was his

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

have three such stunning children of her own, but that

good thing

on her shoulder, also gazed at

The elevator arrived.

room, with Lucia

glanced at Gianna, who was still

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

sorrowful

Hazel, Gabriel frowned in confusion, trying to

had a point. It was a family issue, and Gianna was, in fact, an outsider.

“You go back to

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

arranged a suite for Hazel, and the luggage had been delivered beforehand. Hazel first

softly asked, “Can you stay and play with Leila for a bit?

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and I’ll join you later, okay?” Jaxon nodded

unease in his

didn’t want Jaxon to feel cornered at that

mon

hoped that they would always be

the bathroom and fetched a fresh towel from the

face. “Your dad made mistake just now, and I will make sure he apologizes. “You’re so well–behaved. You’re not a rude child at all. I know you only act out to defend Leila.

and

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