The Coldest Man in the Room Melted Only for Me novel Chapter 262

Statenbury, The Grand Regency.

Sebastian listened to the dial tone, his dark eyes deepening.

Mrs. Gable came out of the kitchen carrying tea. She felt as if the air pressure around Sebastian had dropped significantly since he arrived. His lips were pressed into a tight, severe line. A wave of panic hit her, and she stood frozen, too intimidated to approach.

In the stroller, Alora was playing with Sebastian's fingers. The baby didn't understand adult moods and continued to babble happily.

Sebastian slipped his fingers free, gently brushed his thumb against Alora's chubby pink cheek, and suddenly stood up from the sofa, heading for the door.

Mrs. Gable jumped in shock, spilling some hot tea onto the back of her hand. Ignoring the burn, she hurried to place the teacup on the coffee table. When she looked toward the door again, Sebastian was already gone.

Franklin Finch was playing a game in the car. Seeing Sebastian get in with a solemn expression, he was surprised. Why was he back down so quickly?

He locked his phone screen and asked tentatively, "Leaving?"

"Yes."

The vibe felt off. Had he argued with Riley?

No, the boss treasured Riley like his own life. He’d never argue with her.

Franklin started the car, burning with curiosity but too afraid to ask.

Just as the car pulled out of the residential complex, Sebastian's deep voice filled the cabin. "Book a flight to Riverport for tonight."

Franklin was utterly confused. "You don't have any itinerary in Riverport."

Riley frowned, her tone dripping with displeasure. "You specifically asked me to come get them, and now you're saying you don't have them with you. What kind of game are you playing, Pierce?"

Pierce explained smoothly, "I bought them a while ago and left them at home. I came straight to the restaurant from work."

Riley wasn't buying it. "You could have easily had someone grab them from your house. As the CEO of Landon Enterprises, are you telling me you don't have a single person to run an errand for you?"

Pierce stared at her intensely, saying nothing.

Riley could see right through him. He did it on purpose. She decided to just put it all on the table. "Pierce, are you trying to get back together with me?"

Just as Pierce was about to reply, Beatrice Landon stormed over, furious. "Mom, what are you doing here?" Pierce asked.

Riley instinctively turned her head. Before she could clearly see the figure, a gust of wind rushed at her face, followed by a resounding slap across her cheek.