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.”

at her colleagues' amused faces. "You guys could've

together. On the way, Conner revealed his arrival timeline, "Got back last night, picked up the kid from Andre first thing, then came straight to

"Not one bit."

Conner: "..."

his lollipop, and after a few licks, he

arms.

"Oh, forgot to mention, he was supposed to nap. I kinda interrupted

Conner choosing the spot, which intrigued Annie. "You seem to

Kenbrook. Been here often?"

put together a list

even made

left to check out."

SWT

the midday heat kept the crowds away, giving the

his meal, but

ask, scanning Conner