Chapter 0440

Chapter 0440

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“Grandpas, I’m getting sleepy. I think I want to go to bed,” Ethan interjected, rubbing his eyes.

“Ethan! I expected more fight from you,” Theodore said with a resigned sigh.

Theodore knew exactly what that meant: all three of them would be leaving the event, and no progress had been made between his friend and Miss Johnson.

“Well, I guess it’s time to go. Theodore, did you decide which paintings you want to buy?”

“Of course! I’ve got my list ready!”

“You always love these events. I’m sure you found plenty of things to catch your eye.”

“Yes, I’ll talk to the organizers. I’ll leave your contact information so they can reach out to negotiate the purchases.”

Ethan, clearly exhausted, stretched out his little arms like a baby asking to be carried. Peter couldn’t resist the gesture, so he lifted the boy into his arms. With Ethan settled against his shoulder, Peter glanced again at the painting he’d been admiring earlier. He couldn’t forget the wistfulness in Celeste’s voice as she spoke about it. It felt as if part of her didn’t want to sell it. That gave him an idea.

of the event organizers and quietly requested

was gesturing in thanks, and then the two walked over together toward Peter and the sleeping

with me all night,” Celeste said with a soft smile, gazing at the peacefully sleeping boy

he’s still just a five–year–old baby,” Peter replied.

tonight. It made me happy to see Ethan looking at my paintings–he

talent and

favorite painting. “Oh well…. It truly was a pleasure

the event

goes well, around

how will you get

Luckily, this is a central area, and it’s easy to find

I can send a driver to take you home,” Peter offered, watching her calm demeanor

I couldn’t ask that of you. You’re a guest–please don’t trouble yourself. Take Ethan home; he needs his rest. I’m amazed he managed

paintings and giving the two space. To him, they looked

finally reaching Theodore near the paintings by the

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Chapter 0440

I thought you’d hand Ethan over to me and say you were

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