Chapter 203
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Hearing Grayson’s question, Dominick suddenly felt scared. A rare wave of unease gripped him, something he had never felt.
before.
Before this, Paisley had always denied that Serena was his. She had even presented blood type evidence to prove no biological connection between him and Serena.
there was
As long as he had never actually seen the real father, he could continue deceiving himself and pretend none of this mattered. But now, it seemed like he no longer had that luxury
“Daddy.” Grayson withdrew his gaze and looked up at Dominick. I don’t think that guy is as handsome as you.” Dominick let out a small chuckle, but there was a trace of bitterness in it.
Inside the car. Max glanced sideways, observing Dominick and Greyson on the lawn. His deep eyes darkened slightly, reflecting his shifting thoughts.
Paisley had been busy all day. It wasn’t until late at night that she finally had time to check her phone, when she noticed a message from Maria sent earlier that afternoon.
In the picture, under a blue sky with fluffy white clouds, Serena looked like a little pink rabbit, chasing a kite
[She looks so cute!] Paisley replied to Maria and then began gathering her things to head home,
Not long after, Maria sent another message: [You only noticed your daughter?]
ith joy.
Paisley thought for a moment before responding: [The scenery is beautiful. Thanks, Maria, for taking care of her.]
A few moments later, another message arrived. Paisley frowned. What was Maria trying to say? Whatever it was, couldn’t it wait until she got home?
Still, she opened the message: [Didn’t you notice the person flying the kite?]
Only then did Paisley realize–at the corner of the photo, the man holding the kite string was Max, their neighbor.
Why was Max with Maria and Serena?
Maria quickly sent an explanation: [Serena was really upset. So, took her out to fly kites, and we ran into Max. Rena insisted on playing with him, and Max didn’t seem to mind–he played with her for quite a while. Then, he even treated us to dinner]
Maria continued with a long string of details, telling Paisley everything that had happened. Paisley was genuinely surprised. She hadn’t expected Max to be so good with kids.
By the time she got home, night had completely fallen. As she pulled into the driveway, she noticed several cars parked outside Max’s house. The doors were wide open, and a few men stood around the vehicles.
A few moments later, Max stepped out of the house. When he saw Paisley’s car, he paused and looked in her direction.
Remembering Maria’s messages, Paisley felt she should personally thank Max. So, she got out of the car.
Heading out she asked.
“Yeah. The man nodded. “I found some new leads about my sister. I’m going to check them out personally.”
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“Oh, I see. Then I won’t keep you.” Paisley instinctively took a step back, ready to leave, but Max’s voice stopped her, “It’s fine. A few minutes won’t make a difference.”
Paisley hesitated, then returned with a smile. “I just wanted to thank you for spending time with Rena today. I ditched her. and she was really upset. I appreciate you keeping her company
“No need to thank me, Max smiled politely. “Oh, by the way, while I was flying the kite with Rena today, we ran into someone. She called him a scary man, and Grayson’s father.”
