My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

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.

the boy drifted off to sleep in Peter’s arms. Peter spotted one of the event organizers

noticed Theodore talking to Celeste. She was gesturing in thanks,

night,” Celeste said with a soft

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

I’m so glad you all came tonight. It made me happy to see Ethan

clearly have a natural talent and

a living off art,” Celeste said, her gaze drifting to her favorite painting. “Oh well…. It truly was a pleasure

time does the event end?” Peter

well, around midnight.”

hour, how will

grab a taxi. Luckily, this is a central area, and it’s easy to

to take you home,” Peter

no! 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 to stay awake until nine tonight.”

two space. To him, they looked like bashful schoolkids trying to

Theodore

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Chapter 0440

Ethan over to me and say you