The Heir's Secret Bride

Chapter 331

If Byron thought about it. Will did seem a little different today way more energetic than usual. But that didn't ease his suspicion on Serena. Seeing Theo crying so hard her face turned red made his heart clench. "Will, breathe slow. Don't choke yourself, he soothed gently, wiping away the tears.

Slowly, Theo's sobs calmed down, and snuggled in Byron's arms she whimpered, "She said Mom doesn't want me anymore. And that you're disappointed in me because I miss her."

Serena's face went pale as soon as Theo said it. Byron's sharp eyes locked onto her. "Miss Malvis, you know how much Will misses his mom. Why would you say something like that and even try to mess things up between us?" "No, Mr. Mcdaniel, Will misunderstood me," Serena stammered, her hands sweating. "I only told him that his mom went off to find her own happiness and that he should be happy for her. didn't expect him to take it the wrong way.

"And as for you being disappointed, well, it's because you once told me you didn't like Will thinking about the woman who left him. I guess I misunderstood what you meant."

Her excuse wasn't perfect, but I was enough to sound reasonable.

Byron's expression didn't soften, though. Still, out of respect for the fact that Serena had helped Will before, he decided not to push the matter further. "Miss Malvis, you can leave for now. No need to come back for the time being. I think going forward, we'll need to record these sessions to avoid misunderstandings like this."

Serena felt her heart sink. She knew Byron hadn't fired her outright because of her past help with Will, but his distrust was clear. Getting close to Will again would be an uphill battle.

"Understood," she said, keeping her composure as best she could Looking at Will in Byron's arms, she added, "Will, I'm really sorry my words upset you. I don't expect you to forgive me, but I just want you to feel better."

Theo twisted around in Byron's arms, sticking his butt out at Serena like he was done with her for good. He wasn't about to let her mess with Will anymore. Serena, sensing the tension, just said her goodbyes to Byron and headed out.

'Don't pay any attention to her nonsense," Byron said gently, brushing his hand through Theo's hair. "You know how much your Mommy loves you. You can't just take what other people say as the truth; you've got to think for yourself." Theo sniffled and pouted, "But I'm only four and a half! I don't want to deal with all that. I just want Mommy!"

of frustration and empathy. "Alright, I'll

want Mommy now!" Theo cried, his little eyes watery. "It feels awful if I don't see her! What if she runs away with someone else? You made her mad, and she kicked you out! Why should I stay here with you? It's cold and miserable!" Byron's heart sank at Theo's words. 'What does he mean by making Maeve mad and getting kicked out? Wasn't it Maeve who upset

his temples, feeling a headache coming on. If Theo wasn't his kid, he might have lost his patience by

her, I'll just die! Theo

away from his mom for even a day? Byron thought, shaking his head at the dramatic

carried Theo downstairs. "Butler, get

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cheeky grin appeared on his face. The painful pinch and little act were totally worth it

surprise when she saw them standing there. "You guys-" Byron's face was all stone as he

it at first, but after hearing what he said, she suddenly felt ashamed.

because Theo, who never cried, was

hurt you?" she asked, squatting down to meet his gaze, her

a glare at Byron, and he couldn't help

if you didn't, you're still responsible for him getting picked on in your own house!" Maeve fired back, leaving Byron a

Too shy to admit

push it. She led him inside, saying. "I made a ton of your favorite roasted beef tonight. Good thing you're back,

her eye, she noticed Byron slipping through the

said he wanted to cut