Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

In the quiet of the night, Andre broke the silence, "Since we're all awake, let's head over to the Cedillo place." Mars was about to face some trouble again.

Teddy showed up later, gently kneeling by the bedside. He took his son's tiny hand, kissed it softly, his heart aching with love and his eyes full of adoration. "Asher's still on the plane; he won't get here until tomorrow."

Andre didn't have much to say. Despite their recent promises to stay apart, here they all were, gathered again.

Conner had taken Annie back to his usual hotel. She was feeling guilty, "I'm sorry, Conner. You should've gone to see your aunt."

"It's me who should be apologizing, not you. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't have been kidnapped. Roll up your shirt; let me check your injuries," Conner insisted.

Annie lifted her shirt, revealing the patches on her back. With concern, Conner asked, "Annie, you're always so careful. How did they catch you off guard today?"

Annie shook her head. "I was careless."

"That can't be," Conner said firmly. "Did someone threaten you?"

Annie quickly denied it, "No."

Seeing she didn't want to talk about it, Conner didn't push further. "Stay here tonight, don't go back to the team."

"Conner, tell me about the Dark Web. I need to know who my sister is dealing with." She had overheard Mia and Kon's conversation about the Dark Web while pretending to be unconscious.

The following day, Asher arrived. Seeing his godson's state, he said to Andre, "Just say the word, and we'll take down the Dark Web. Your brothers are here for you."

Henry was clingy when he woke up feeling unwell. He wanted only his mom— refusing to eat unless she fed him, to sleep unless she held him, and he even cried when playing if she wasn't in sight.

Mia and her husband indulged their beloved son. Mia studied with one arm around him, swapping arms when one got tired.

While studying, Mia gently applied ointment to her son's face, her movements careful and loving, helping it absorb quickly to reduce the swelling.

Lying in his mother's arms, Henry looked up at her. He remembered how vibrant and playful she used to be, now dedicated entirely to him. "Mommy, love you," he said, clear as day, stopping Mia in her tracks. She looked at her little treasure, tears welling up. Her heart swelled with all her worries and love validated by those simple words. "My son, Mommy loves you too, so much."

In the afternoon, Henry dozed off by his mom's desk, refusing to let anyone else look after him, insisting on staying close. Naomi made a little nest for him, and he cozied up in it, falling asleep while Mia continued her studies nearby.

During the day, Andre went to "work."

He and Conner met up in a particular area, their gazes meeting with a shared determination.

They stepped into the elevator, which descended swiftly.

"How's the boy?"

"Not great."

Conner stated, "Then let's not leave any stone unturned."noveldrama