Oops! My Secret Baby Is Caught By His Top-Lawyer Daddy! Novel

---- After observing her for three full years and putting her through tests, Lucian officially accepted Clara as his apprentice, That night, Clara brought Leo back to Riverbend Villas, then took a cab with him to Lucian's peaceful little courtyard. "Grandpa Lucian!" Leo shouted before they even made it through the gate, launching himself straight into Lucian's arms like a cannonball. Lucian caught him with a hearty laugh. His white beard wobbled with the impact, making the whole scene ridiculously charming. Clara placed the gift bags on the side table and greeted respectfully, "Mr.

Crowe." Hearing all the noise, the elderly housekeeper came out smiling. "Diner's ready! Everything's on the table! The old man had originally worked odd jobs at Lucian's clinic. When he lost his family and got on in years, he moved in to take care of Lucian's daily meals and keep him company. The table was a feast-rich, fragrant chicken soup, fresh veggies, and premium cuts of meat. Just looking at it made your stomach growl. Clara and Leo tucked in happily. Lucian, though not ---- much of an eater himself, smiled contentedly as he watched them devour every bite.

Clara patted her overstuffed stomach and groaned playfully, "Mr. Crowe, you always make such delicious food. Every time I come here, I walk away heavier! If Evan finds out, he'll blame me for letting you spoil me." Lucian was known for his light, health-conscious meals-strictly clean eating. His only son, Evan, ran an herbal trading business. He was always on the road and hardly ever came home. He occasionally texted Clara to check in and make sure his father was sticking to his dietary rules. "Evan shows up once every few years.

It's like he's forgotten he even has a father," Lucian grumbled, clearly displeased. Getting older had made him more sentimental-always thinking about his son. Good thing Clara had moved to Greystone, so she could visit often. Clara tried to soothe him. "That's only because you're so healthy! Once Evan settles down and starts a family, he'll visit more often. Just wait." Lucian scoffed, "I'd rather spend time with Leo. That ---- makes me much happier!" By now, Leo was out in the courtyard feeding the bunnies. Clara gave him a thoughtful look.

"With this chilly weather, I bet your lower back's acting up again. Let me give you an acupuncture session." She gently helped Lucian lie down on the wooden lounge couch. She turned up the light, pulled out her acupuncture kit, opened the case, and with smooth, practiced hands, plucked a silver needle and began working on Lucian's lower back. Lucian sighed in appreciation. "Your technique is solid. It's been a while since you practiced, but you haven't lost your touch." Clara smiled as she worked. "You worked so hard to teach me-I remember everything.

I've been studying on my own whenever I can." Lucian nodded approvingly. "That's the way. Learning never ends. I've taught you everything I can. From here on out, it's your own path to walk." Clara didn't reply, just moved steadily from one acupoint to the next with calm, confident precision. If anyone else had been watching, they'd be shocked by her technique. ---- She was so young, and yet her hands moved with the assurance of someone far more experienced. Lucian glanced over. "How's work going these days?" Clara had chosen pediatrics in college because it genuinely interested her.

"It's going alright," she said. "I'm studying for the intermediate certification exam." Lucian exhaled slowly. "As long as you're happy. Do what you love. And listen-if you ever hit a rough patch or feel down, come talk to me. I'll always be here." Clara nodded, eyes slightly misty. She looked at the gray strands at his temples and felt her throat tighten. Quietly, she promised herself to visit more often from now on. When the acupuncture session ended, Lucian already felt lighter and more relaxed. His eyes were filled with pride. Clara truly was a prodigy.

Give her another couple of years, and she'd surpass him, no doubt about it. They drank two more cups of tea together, and before they knew it, it was already past eight. Lucian and the housekeeper stood at the gate, ---- watching Clara and Leo leave, their eyes full of warmth and reluctant affection.