Chapter 29

The man stood tall and lean, his features chiseled like a statue, and his mesmerizing blue eyes sparkled with a mischievous glint. His aura was one of devil-may-care charm.

"Marvin, you're being naughty again," the man said, his voice a deep, rich melody that was oddly soothing.

But the little boy, Marvin Connolly, shivered slightly and nestled closer into Stella's embrace.

Seeing that, Stella protectively placed the boy behind her and asked, "Excuse me, sir, but who are you to this little boy?"

The man seemed to notice Stella then, his strong eyebrows arching slightly in surprise.

He answered, "And who am I to him? Well, I'm his father, of course."

Stella eyed him skeptically. "Are you sure?"

The man's lips curled into a lazy, almost teasing smile. "Shall we call the police and have them confirm?"

replied, pulling out her

no need to call the police.

the boy had admitted it, she couldn't argue. She softly told the boy, "Well, if your dad's here, you should go home with

suddenly protested, "I don't want to

him fleeing into the night.

where you want to be, then don't go back. Simple

and Abby, standing nearby, were stunned

man introduced

him, unsure of

to look after him occasionally during his breaks. I'll pay you a hundred thousand dollars monthly and cover

help but give Neville a second

with expenses covered was like hitting the jackpot. After all, earning ten thousand

attire and demeanor, he must be one of

refused, "I'm sorry. I

interrupted her, "Two

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