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" It's alright , sweetie . I'll keep my promises ." " Kindergarten and the hospital are in opposite directions ," Roderick countered , his brow furrowed . He was thinking about her tendency toward low blood sugar when fasting , but kept the concern to himself . " It will only take a moment . I promised our son . We sealed it with a pinky swear . Kev , I'll go with you ." The little boy's pout instantly transformed into a bright smile . " Mommy really is the best ," he thought , remembering the nursery rhyme about a mother's love . Roderick watched them silently .

While he was glad to see their bond strengthening , his fear persisted . Chapter 34 If Madeleine regained her memories , Kevin would be devastated all over again. That fear was why he maintained his distance . His heart , already broken , could not withstand another blow . Her stomach growled . Watching them eat was unbearable . She turned to retreat to her room , then paused . " Roderick , where did we hold our wedding ? " " Quelcia ." Her expression shifted subtly . " Oh , " she murmured . " Quelcia . I ... I always loved it there .

" He said nothing , focusing instead on wiping Kevin's chin with a napkin . " Why else would I have chosen it ? " he thought . But her question puzzled him . His contemplation was interrupted . Kevin was meticulously deconstructing his sandwich , carefully extracting the ham and placing it on Roderick's plate . Chapter 34 " Kevin . " Roderick's voice held a warning note . " Haven't I told you not to be fussy about food ? " The boy flinched , withdrawing his hand and looking up with uncertain eyes . Roderick was confused . " Why are you giving this to me ?

" Kevin wasn't a fussy eater and usually enjoyed ham . The little boy remained silent . " Tell me . " Roderick prompted , softening his tone . After a brief silence , as if carefully choosing his words , Kevin finally spoke up . "I want you to eat more protein . To get stronger . " " What ? Why ? " " Mommy said you aren't strong enough . That she doesn't like Chapter 24 you . I want Mommy to like you . " Roderick's eye twitched as he spent a long while processing Kevin's words . " Your mommy said ... I'm not strong enough ? " he asked , his jaw tightening .

Kevin nodded , his small face serious as he recalled the phrase exactly . " Yes . She said you're too weak to be a builder ." A sharp crack sounded . Kirsten entered just then , carrying a packed sandwich . Her eyes went to the table . " Good heavens , sir! You've broken the fork ! " Roderick looked down . The fork in his hand had snapped in two . He frowned and discarded the pieces . " Get another one . " " Right away , I'll fetch it . " Chapter 34 Kirsten cleared the cutlery , muttering under her breath , " This tableware isn't sturdy at all . I must have new sets delivered tomorrow .

" She returned with a new fork for Roderick and also placed a lunchbox on the table . " Sir , this is the breakfast for Mrs. Livingston . There's a custard inside . Please remind her to eat it immediately after her check- up . She mustn't go too long without sugar . " Roderick gave a curt nod , his eyes still fixed on the bewildered boy . Once Kirsten was gone , he continued his questioning . " What else did your mother say ? " " Nothing really , " Kevin answered , attempting a casual shrug . He peeked at the wall clock . " Daddy , I'll be late .

" Roderick saw through the boy's attempt to escape the uncomfortable conversation . Kevin couldn't even tell the time yet . Chapter 34 He wondered , " Not strong enough ? " Too weak to be a builder ? " What kind of nonsense did Madeleine fill our son's head with ? " And since when was I weak ? During our intimate moments , she was always the one pleading for me to stop . " Unless ... " His expression darkened . He wondered again , " Did she sleep with Edward ? " She thinks he's stronger than me ? " His investigations had shown their relationship had never progressed physically .

A sharp throb pulsed at his temple . Maybe Gerry's work had been sloppy . Perhaps he'd missed something . Five minutes later , Madeleine came downstairs wearing something completely different . Chapter 34 Thinking about the blood tests and potential ECG , she had chosen something looser and easier to remove . " All set , let's go . " As she spoke , she detected a sharp tension hanging in the air . Something was off . It felt like someone was furious . She glanced between Roderick and Kevin . One face was blank . The other was equally impassive .

" True father and son , like two peas in a pod , " she thought . " Did you two ... argue ? " Kevin shook his head , his large eyes fixed adoringly on Madeleine , making her smile instantly . Madeleine's focus immediately shifted completely to her son . Beside them , Roderick felt a stab of irritation . He hadn't minded before when Madeleine ignored them both . But now , her attention was lavished solely on Kevin while he remained overlooked ... The disparity pressed heavily on his chest . Off " Alright , we need to leave now or we'll be late .

" Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella's storytelling style is immersive and addictive-perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.