Chapter 752

Ariana was unaware of what had transpired with her youngest son. At the moment, she was in the villa. Her daughter had already fallen into a sweet slumber, and as Ariana gazed at the child’s serene profile, her eyes softened with a mother’s tender affection. Yet, when her thoughts inadvertently drifted to Carson, a flicker of frustration crossed her mind. “Mom,” Kevin called out as he pushed the door open and entered. He blinked playfully at Ariana. Lambert was still at the office, tying up loose ends from the day’s work, so aside from the household staff, only Ariana and her three children remained in the villa. Ariana smiled at her second son. “What is it?” Kevin beamed and handed her a cup. “You’ve been taking care of Gracie—you must be tired. I brought you some water.” Of course, he hadn’t poured it himself. He’d wanted to, but the housekeeper, worried he might spill it, had done it for him. Reluctantly, Kevin had agreed. Ariana raised an eyebrow, a teasing smile tugging at her lip