The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1718

Ellinor’s voice was as gentle as a summer breeze. Her eyes were filled with a warmth and sincerity that made Baber want to nestle in her embrace.

But then, in a flash, he snapped back to reality.

He could never compete with her biological children and could never vie for her affection, for fear of being sent away at any moment.

With this in mind, Baber said with a serious expression. “Thank you, Mommy, for always being so kind to me, but I’m a big boy now. I need to learn to be independent. I want to sleep on my own from now on.”

Ellinor looked slightly helpless. “You’re not even five yet. What kind of big boy are you?”

Baber’s lips tightened into a firm line, a picture of stubborn determination.

her son’s desire for independence, so she gently stroked his head and said, “Alright, if you want to sleep alone, then you can sleep alone. Mommy won’t bother you. If you want Mommy in the middle of the night,

Baber nodded. “Okay.”

can read your book first, and I’ll call you when it’s time for dinner.”

his mother leave the room with a hint of sadness in his

to leave. He wanted her to stay and keep him company, but he didn’t dare say

time with his siblings, Adrian and

room,

to whip up something to eat

his hotel suite just as Sophia was coming back from the grocery

every kind of cuisine

out and get some exercise. Marcus says the hotel food is too greasy, so I’m making him something

his assistant to help Sophia with the groceries, then looked at his