His Wicked Obsession (Archer and Virginia) novel Chapter 98

"Really?" Cindy's big, doe-like eyes widened in sheer anticipation. "Can we ride the roller-coaster? Will I fly right out of the seat?"

"Absolutely not. I'll be right there holding onto you," Valentin promised.

Virginia clicked the seatbelt into place. Glancing at the rearview mirror, she watched Valentin effortlessly charming her daughter. She didn't say a word, but a soft smile touched the corners of her lips.

...

Neverland Theme Park ticket booth.

It was the weekend, and the lines were snaking endlessly.

Valentin thoughtfully handed Virginia a cold drink and some snacks for Cindy before heading over to brave the ticket queue himself.

Virginia stood off to the side holding Cindy's hand. The little one happily alternated between sips of her drink and bites of her cookie, perfectly content to wait.

Suddenly, Cindy gave a sharp tug on Virginia's hand, pointing enthusiastically past a giant mascot bear. "Mommy, look! It's Toby! Toby's here!"

Virginia followed her gaze.

On the far side of the ticket booths, Archer was balancing Toby on one hip while glancing down to check the digital tickets on his phone.

He wore a lightweight, black V-neck sweater that dipped slightly at the collar, paired with dark grey trousers. An understated Patek Philippe watch rested on his left wrist, while his signature wooden beads adorned his right.

Even amid the chaotic, shrieking crowds of the theme park, he stood out with an aura of untouchable, aristocratic elegance.

Pressed tightly to his side was a beaming Chloe.

She was dressed in a cream sundress, a side-braid draped over her shoulder, and plain white sneakers.

The three of them were devastatingly attractive; they drew stares from everyone around, looking for all the world like the perfect, loving family.

Virginia pulled her gaze away, about to speak, when Toby spotted Cindy.

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