Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 459

"Really?" The hope in Aster's heart was lit up by him once more.

"Of course, it's true!" Kevan answered seriously, and Aster rolled about in bed with joy.

Uncle Kevan was not married, which meant that his godmother was wrong. It also meant that when she said that Uncle Kevan was not Mommy's type, it might not be true either. So, there was a chance that Mommy might like Uncle Kevan!

Having gained this conclusion, Aster felt a strong drive to match his mommy and Uncle Kevan together at once.

But no!

He had to be calm and carry on his plan very, very carefully, and he could not let anyone know either.

…

The bodyguard sent by headquarters arrived early in the morning the next day and was already waiting on the lowest floor of Larissa's home. The driver who had originally been sending her to and from work was replaced by another bodyguard too.

The unease in Larissa's heart lessened some. But as long as Ruby was not convicted, she would not be able to relax entirely.

When Ruby was t