The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1637

However, the two little rascals’ antics were not going to get past Marcus’ keen sight. He cast a glance at them and spoke in a casual yet firm tone, “If you two have something to say, then say it. Do you think you can communicate through cheeky grins and winks without me noticing?”

Both children froze and then turned to look at Marcus with both guilty and embarrassed expressions.

Adrian flashed a small smile. “Dad, we…didn’t talk about anything.”

Marcus squinted his eyes as his piercing gaze landed on his son. “There’s nobody else here now, so spill it! Were you two plotting something when you went to the bathroom together?”

Adrian knew his father had seen through everything. He exchanged a glance with Lea, unsure if he could reveal their secret.

pondered for a moment and then confessed. “Marcus, we did indeed discuss something

looked at Lea. “Alright, what was

figured out that Tristan’ isn’t actually Tristan. When we went to the bathroom, Tristan’ told me he thought he heard his mom’s voice and wanted to go upstairs to look for her. I didn’t feel comfortable letting him go alone, so I told him to

was here too?

Marcus hadn’t anticipated. His eyes tightened as a look of wonder began to grow on his

woman I was just talking about to my parents. She once saved my mother’s life!”

for Marcus.

would never mistake her for someone else. Years ago, when my mom was on the brink of death, she appeared like an angel and extended a helping hand. I’ve etched her face into my memory. She hasn’t changed much over the

shock and surprise. “What? My mom saved your mom’s life?

so many times now! Why don’t you guys believe me?”

shook his head. “Aunt Lea, I’m not doubting