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.

spotted one of the event

gesturing in thanks, and then

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

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

bright and charming grandson. I’m so glad you all came tonight. It

talent

Too bad you can’t make a living off art,” Celeste said, her gaze drifting to her favorite painting. “Oh well…. It truly was a pleasure seeing you all here. I’ve got a long night

the event end?”

well,

at that hour, how will you

I’ll grab a taxi. Luckily, this is a

driver to take you home,” Peter offered, watching her

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

and giving the two space. To him,

reaching Theodore near the paintings by

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you’d hand Ethan over to me and say you were staying.”