The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1627

Adrian glanced around cautiously before answering. “I’m not trying to make a run for it. I just want to take a look upstairs. I’ll be right back.”

Lea looked baffled. “What are you going to look for upstairs?”

Adrian explained, “As you know, I’m not Tristan. I think I just heard my mom’s voice coming from upstairs. I want to see if she’s here.”

Lea was taken aback. “Your mom is here?!”

Adrian raised a finger to his lips, signaling her to lower her voice. “I’m not sure. That’s why I want to check. Aunt Lea, could you cover for me while I sneak upstairs? I’ll be back in no time.”

Lea rubbed her chin thoughtfully before saying decisively, “No way!”

his brows, looking quite disappointed.

promised your dad that I’d keep an eye on you and not let you wander off on your own.”

wandering off. I just want to take a peek.

is there? Are you going to go home with her then? How am I

that his plan might not be the best. “Er… even if I see my

my word. I promised your dad that I’d keep an eye on

were different from Sophia and her family. I didn’t expect you to be just like them. You don’t understand other people’s feelings at all. I’ll never

were going to threaten me with something serious. So, you won’t call me Aunt anymore? Fine! I won’t lose a wink

at her. “Fine, you win! I won’t go to the restroom anymore since I can’t sneak out anyway.

his chubby cheek. “Wait

away with a disgusted look. “What? Since you’re not willing to help me, don’t touch me. We’re not close, you know.”

him again. “Hahaha! You’re so cute and chubby, but you’ve got quite the temper. I just said you can’t wander off alone, but I didn’t say I wouldn’t help you.”