NovelFinishChapter 149 "Happy New Year, Mom!" Mila's expression softened as she listened to her son's cheerful voice on the other end of the line.
She had initially thought Adrian wouldn't cto visit for the New Year. The gifts she had prepared-like toy gold bars and jade trinkets-remained unsent. Instead, she had transferred $10,000 to his account on New Year's Day as a gift. Although his call ca bit late, he had at least called to wish her a happy New Year.
With a warm tone, Mila inquired about Adrian's recent activities, patiently listening as he shared amusing stories from the past few days.
After a short conversation, Adrian suddenly said, "Mom, Dad toldyou're busy and can't chfor the New Year. Are you done now? I miss you. Can you chtoday to play with me?" Mila felt a tug at her heart.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHaving recently saved a child, her emotions were already stirred, and she did long to see Adrian. However, she was still recovering from injuries in the hospital and couldn't visit.
"Adrian, Mom's not done yet. I'll cto see you in a few days. Let your dad..." Mila hesitated, gently turning down his request.
Adrian was upset.
He truly missed his mom, and with his dad and Giselle off on their own adventures, he was left alone. His grandparents had gone to visit his great-grandparents, leaving no one to play with him. Playing video games alone was so boring.
He felt rejected-his mom used to drop everything to play with him if he asked, and now she was saying no! Frustration bubbled up, and Adrian didn't want to hear more. He abruptly hung up the phone.
He decided he wouldn't call his mom again! Even if she reached out, he wouldn't pay attention to her! Giselle was better company, and if he knew where his dad had taken her, he would be playing with her now.
With that thought, he dialed Giselle's number.
The abrupt end of the call left Mila worried. She tried to call back, but the line was busy. Assuming Adrian was at his grandparents' place, she called their housekeeper.
The housekeeper checked upstairs, reporting back that Adrian was happily chatting on the phone, assuring Mila not to worry.
After thanking the housekeeper, Mila hung up, feeling a mix of emotions. She could guess whom Adrian was speaking with, and her head throbbed with a dull ache.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"What's wrong?" Miranda asked, noticing Mila's distressed look.
Mila shook her head.
At that moment, she felt a soft, warm hand gently rub her forehead, accompanied by a child's slightly hoarse voice.
"Mommy, don't be sad."
Looking at the child's earnest face, Mila's eyes welled up. She grasped the small hand on her forehead and couldn't help but kiss the child's cheek. "Thank you, Julian. Con, let's eat."
Mila had a slash wound on her right arm from a recent escape, and the m child was also injured, making it difficult to eat. Though Miranda initially planned to feed the child, Julian insisted on eating only what Mila fed him. Fortunately, Mila managed well with her left hand, feeding Julian his meal.
Julian wasn't picky, eating whatever was offered, his table manners m gentle. After eating, he let the adults help him clean up, quiet and well-behaved. He was adorable, a soft bundle of warmth.
Even Miranda, who had initially opposed getting involved with the child, softened. She ordered express delivery of toys to entertain him.
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