Chapter 510

Everett raised an eyebrow.

Where did this little munchkin come from?

He settled into the sofa across from the kid, leaning back lazily, loosening his tie, and gave the child a once-over with casual curiosity.

The kid looked about three or four, with tiny hands and feet and a face that was all chubby cheeks and innocence. Those big, bright eyes were like shiny black grapes. Unexpectedly, Everett felt his heart skip a beat.

Those eyes reminded him, if only for a moment, of a woman named Selena.

Surprisingly, the little one was as cool as a cucumber, showing no signs of being shy, even daring to meet his gaze. Everett couldn't decide if the child was just too young to know fear or if he was simply bold for his age.

Over the years, Everett's demeanor had grown more reserved; he rarely smiled, and his presence carried an air of cold danger. Even the Bennett family's kids would shiver at the mere mention of his name, and the adults respected him but also tread lightly, avoiding direct eye contact.

came rushing out of the kitchen, her face a mix of panic and surprise at seeing her employer

this little one is from a relative's family.

fixed her with a knowing look, seeing right through her fib. "Tell me the

he came from a good background. Kate had been with the Bennett family for ages and knew everyone's story inside out; it was unlikely she had such well-off relatives. Kate's

employer's sharp instincts wouldn't be

couldn't keep the truth hidden any longer and spilled the whole

child had been found

he claimed he

she spotted him with a little hat and backpack, peeking around the entrance. Such a tiny thing,

was no mom here, Kate thought, assuming the child was lost. She

she returned, he was

looking up at her with longing eyes that tugged at her heartstrings. Against her better judgment, she let him in, showing him that she was the only one

this was his mom's house and insisted on

wait a bit longer; if his mom didn't show up, he'd give up and agree to

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