Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance novel Chapter 1005

Henry had just woken up, his tiny hand nestled in Mia's as they strolled along. But it wasn't long before Henry's steps started zigzagging off course.

Mia would gently steer him back, only for him to wander away again. At one point, he even tried walking backwards, much to her amusement.

They made a few pit stops—a pushcart for some snacks, a beverage shop for ice cream, and a cozy roadside stand for an extra bite. The university break had the place buzzing with students making the most of their pre-holiday freedom.

Andre glanced around at the couples, hand in hand, capturing memories with their phones. Then he looked at Mia, who was juggling her lively little boy, too busy to worry about selfies or social media check-ins. "Henry! Quit running off, or next time, it's no playtime for you," she called out, laughing despite herself.

While others were snapping photos and cuddling, Mia's focus was entirely on her son. Holding him made her arms tire, so she'd put him down, only for him to get up to his usual antics. She half-joked to herself about needing a leash to keep him close.

Andre watched with a tender look, a lump forming in his throat, while Chad seemed a bit exasperated with the chaos.

Molly, ever the romantic, admired the passing couples. "Look at them! They're like a perfect match, aren't they?" she mused.

Anya, on the other hand, was more interested in what was cooking. "What's in that sauce?" she asked the vendor, eyeing the sizzling tofu on the griddle.

"Secret sauce," the vendor replied with a grin.

"Could I taste some? And maybe you could teach me how to make it?" Anya was nothing if not persistent.

"Why the sudden interest in sauce?" Molly teased.

"Chad's never had it, and I thought I'd whip it up for him back home," Anya explained, a hint of pride in her voice. Leo, watching nearby, felt a bit of relief at this.