Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

Chapter 1168

As the wait dragged on, Conner realized relying on his godson was like betting on a long shot. So, he stepped inside, watching his cheeky little godson silently snatch a sweet treat.

Annie, completely lost in her novel, was oblivious to her surroundings. Any noise was simply dismissed as her colleagues. She flipped another page, engrossed.

It wasn't until those tiny fingers snagged a lollipop that Easton chimed in, "Caught red-handed! Time to nab our little thief, huh?"

Startled, Annie snapped out of her reverie. "A thief?"

Turning around, she spied a chubby little figure standing there, a lollipop in hand, with a goofy, triumphant grin.

"Sweetie!" Annie exclaimed, delighted to see Henry. "How did you get here?"

"All you see is your godson, huh? Forget about his godfather?" Conner teased, feigning annoyance.

Annie finally noticed Conner and her face lit up. "Conner, you're back? When did you get here?"

Conner hoisted his godson into his arms and mock-complained, "Henry, you didn't do a single thing I asked. And now you're swiping candy from your police mom.”

take what he wants. What's mine is his," Annie chuckled, glancing at her colleagues' amused faces. "You guys could've given me a heads-up or recorded it for a laugh. I missed catching

back last night, picked up the kid from Andre first thing, then

"Not one bit."

Conner: "..."

unwrap his lollipop, and after a few licks, he dozed off

arms.

he was supposed

was always Conner choosing the spot, which intrigued Annie. "You seem to know all the good

Kenbrook. Been here often?"

Molly put together a list of date-worthy

She even made a

left to check out."

SWT

the restaurant, the midday heat kept the crowds away, giving the

his meal, but he

help but ask, scanning Conner for any signs of trouble. He seemed perfectly