The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 769

At dinner, Zach noticed Madelyn was lost in thought. He added some mashed potatoes to her plate. “What’s on your mind?” he asked.

“Nothing,” Madelyn said, fidgeting with her fork.

Zach just watched her, not pressing further. After dinner, the two shared a close moment in the bathroom. When they came out, Zach was supporting a tired Madelyn. He wore a dark robe, loosely tied, revealing a bit of his toned chest. He helped Madelyn into bed, making sure she was comfy in her pajamas. After giving her a gentle kiss on the forehead, he headed to the study.

In the dimly lit study, Zach stood by the large window. His reflection showed piercing eyes that had a mysterious aura about them. The phone rang, and he answered.

“Mr. Jardin,” the voice on the other end said, “Everything’s been done as you asked. Tomorrow, Ms. Young will be on the plane with him.”

Before the voice finished speaking, Dalton’s cry interrupted it. Zach quickly hung up and looked toward the door. Outside, he found Madelyn, her blanket fallen, revealing her pale skin. He carefully covered her and adjusted the room’s heat.

Hearing the noise, Madelyn asked with sleepy eyes, “Is Dal crying?”

“Yeah,” Zach replied. “I’ll see what he needs. Rest up.”

Madelyn murmured, “He might be hungry. There’s milk in the

to check on him. He found Dalton sitting on the floor, looking upset. Zach gently lifted Dalton onto

for a brief moment when he caught Zach’s gaze, but then he started up again. Soon after, Zach, with Dalton in one arm, walked into the kitchen. Using his other hand, he prepared some milk. Dalton,

‘Well, this is a surprise!’

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tried to offer the milk to Dalton, but the baby pulled back as if it was too warm. With a hint of frustration, Zach said, “If it’s too

“Mr. Jardin, he’s only four months old. He doesn’t get what you’re

waking up at night. She recalled the hefty bonus she had received for her help during those hours. For her, the extra money was

said, “I’ve got it handled. Thanks.”

responded, “Alright. Remember, babies can be challenging, but they’re

easier for me

tilting his head toward the direction of Madelyn’s room. Zach, however, was determined. He took Dalton to his own room,

don’t settle down, you’ll

tone, Dalton stopped crying and began to sip on his milk. It did