Secret Baby for The Bad Boy: A Millionaire Boss Office Romance by Claire Angel

Author:Claire Angel [Angel, Claire]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-09-12T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Sixteen

Lark

Sunlight filters through the tall trees, casting playful shadows on emerald grasses in the private park we’re roaming. Our son dashes ahead, his small feet leaving impressions in the soft grass, his laughter floating back to us on the sometimes-swift breeze.

At my side, Lara peeks up at me. There’s a new heat in her eyes, a look that gives me hope for more. To hell with the agreement that we will leave the past there. I’m going to do everything in my power to make her mine. And I’m going to do so by showing her that not only am I an amazing father, but that I’ll be amazing to her, too.

“Look over there, Dad!” Win turns to look at us, pointing toward a patch of wildflowers scattered amongst the well-maintained grasses. The bright joy in his voice warms my insides, and I glance the direction he’s pointing.

“Wow, amazing, buddy!” I say, bending down to his level even though he’s far ahead.

Around us, the park blooms with life; vibrant flowers nod in the breeze, the sweet scent of them mingling with the piney and cut-grasses smells. A wall of trees and bushes edge the park, offering privacy and a feeling of being miles away from the real world.

“Mommy, catch me!” He runs toward her, and she kneels down, opening her arms as the wind toys with her loose hair. She’s never been more beautiful, but I swear I have those words on repeat in my mind most of the time. Her pants fit her thighs perfectly, her slightly loose blouse flowing into her dipped-in waist in a way that’s flattering and makes my mouth water.

“Gotcha!” she says as he leaps into her arms. She laughs, and I just take a moment to study them. Together, they are a picture of carefree joy in a setting of pure nature and beauty.

But I have a surprise for them, and I can’t wait any longer to get started.

“Let's explore over there,” I say, pointing toward an area where the shrubbery creates an alcove.

“Race you!” He's off before I finish my sentence, and I jog after him, Lara by my side. There’s something too perfect in this moment, I almost wonder if this is all a dream. If it is, I’d rather not wake up.

He peeks into the alcove, finding the “treasure map” I’d left behind with his name on it. With a confused look at me, then at his mom, he asks for help. Lara plays along, but I can feel her looking sideways at me.

“It’s time to go on a hunt. The first thing I need you to find is a feather.” Lara’s eyes are sparkling.

I watch as my son, Win, lights up with curiosity and clutches the scavenger hunt list so tightly the paper crinkles. He’s quick to scan the park, and I close my eyes, remembering the list. In my neat handwriting, I’d included items to get him thinking and engaged, but also to lead him to a very specific spot, without being overly obvious.

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