Chapter 388:

“Don’t play games with me,” Billie shot back with a pointed look.

Then, her tone shifted to something more serious. “And take care of your injury. You’re not a child anymore, Kristopher. Act like an adult.”

Though Billie hadn’t addressed her, Carrie replied sincerely, “I’ll make sure he’s careful.”

Billie glanced at Carrie and gave a curt nod before closing the car door.

As Billie’s car rolled out of the hospital courtyard, Carrie turned and got into Kristopher’s car.

She pulled out her phone, scrolling through her messages. A notification caught her eye—it was a reminder about Daxton’s upcoming birthday. She paused, thinking of all the ways Daxton had helped her, from saving her on the ship to supporting her during difficult times. While giving him a gift outright might seem too calculated, using his birthday as an opportunity felt natural. A small token of gratitude would be appropriate—and something Daxton wouldn’t refuse.

turned to Oliver. “Oliver, let’s stop by Evergreen Plaza.” Kristopher glanced at her as he settled into the seat. “Is there something you need?

hand dismissively. “I

they arrived at the mall, Kristopher moved to get out of the car with

frowned. “Don’t you enjoy shopping?” Carrie didn’t bother with a lengthy excuse. “This is a girl

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darkened, displeased at being excluded. To soften the mood, Carrie coaxed him like a child. “I’ll cook

improving as he grinned.

and casually improvised. “Your hand’s injured; sea urchin isn’t good for you right now.

works too,” Kristopher agreed, oblivious

impulse, reached out to ruffle his neatly styled hair. His soft black locks fell into disarray under her fingers. For a moment, she thought

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