Chapter 0438

At exactly 6:00 pm, Theodore and Ethan were already waiting in the living room. To their surprise, a stunning bouquet of freesias was resting on the coffee table. Theodore had forgotten the boy’s request to buy flowers, planning to grab some on the way to the event. But as he descended the stairs, the sweet scent of the freesias greeted him, and he quickly realized that Peter had beaten him to it.

Theodore, who had known and worked with Peter for years, immediately understood what was happening. Peter had never shown interest in any woman before–not even when it came to Ethan’s teachers. In the past, he would Investigate entire institutions for safety, but never a single individual. This was different.

Peter appeared impeccably elegant. Normally, he avoided formal attire, favoring jeans, shirts, and coats, but tonight he wore a black suit paired with a dark gray shirt. He had skipped the tie, leaving a few buttons undone, giving him a casually sensual look.

“Wow, Grandpa! You’re the most handsome man I’ve ever seen! Miss Celeste is definitely going to fall in love with you,” Ethan said innocently, completely unaware of the implications of his words.

“Ethan, events like these are formal. We need to dress accordingly. This is your first exhibition, and it’s an important day for you,” Peter replied calmly.

Theodore watched the exchange, holding back a comment as Peter’s sharp glare silenced any attempt. As they aded out of the mansion together, Theodore grabbed Peter’s arm and handed him the bouquet of freesias. Adjusting Peter’s collar, he said with a smirk, “Relax, this will be easy–it’s just like old times.”

Peter frowned, momentarily confused. By the time he realized what Theodore meant, his friend was already helping Ethan buckle into his car seat.

was there to support Ethan. The venue

scene felt almost familial, like afather taking his son to a school event. Though their age difference wasn’t vast, Theodore sometimes felt like he was the

her fair skin, gracefully highlighting her curves with subtle sophistication.

lit up upon spotting Ethan. She approached them with a warm smile, her dark, enigmatic eyes locking with Peter’s. Her long hair was styled in two elegant braids held together by delicate ribbons. Peter felt an unexpected wave of

evening,” Miss Celeste

Johnson,” Theodore said, extending

Miss! We brought you something, Grandpa! Give Miss

embarrassed, handed over the bouquet. Celeste’s dark eyes met his, sending a subtle shiver down his spine.

in appreciation. “Thank my grandpa! He bought them.

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