Chapter 212

• Late at night, Parker woke up abruptly, his throat parched with thirst. Glancing around the room, he realized there was no water nearby. As he sat up, his eyes fell on his young son, sprawled out in a peculiar sleeping position. A warm smile crept across Parker’s face. Gently, he adjusted the boy, carefully laying him back on the bed without disturbing his peaceful slumber.
• Leaving the room quietly, Parker headed toward the kitchen, knowing exactly where to find it. Once there, he opened the refrigerator and grabbed a bottle of water, taking a few long sips to quench his thirst. As he turned to return to the guest room, his footsteps faltered, his gaze drifting toward Aurora’s room. A sudden thought lit up his face with a playful glint, and a mischievous smile curled his lips.
• Moving silently, he approached her door, a sense of excitement bubbling within him. The thought of sneaking into her room felt oddly thrilling, like a harmless adventure. “Stealing my future wife’s heart,” he chuckled softly to himself as he gently pushed the door open and slipped inside.