Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance novel Chapter 1288

Aaron: "Why'd you shut it off? I was downloading something. Were you so curious about that big lump that you ended up pulling the plug?"

Andre glanced over at his wife. Mia, feeling a bit guilty, covered her mouth. "I'll go wash us some fruit."

The Byrne family decided to take a trip back to their hometown, giving the house a good clean. Chad and his son were busy decorating the door with some festive flair, while Molly, holding the baby, was the director from behind. "Chad, a bit higher, line it up with the left. Perfect, you can stick it now."

Their little one was back at his grandparents' place, watching his dad and granddad with wide-eyed curiosity as they hung up the decorations, totally fascinated.

Once the decorations were up, Chad noticed his hands were stained red. He washed up before picking up his son.

The neighborhood buzzed with news of the Byrnes' visit. Folks showed up, hands in pockets, ready to catch up on the latest gossip.

Coleen and her daughter exchanged a knowing look, and Molly got the hint right away.

"Hey, Molly! Back for the holidays at the old place this year? It's the little one's first visit, right? Let's have a peek."

Everyone gathered around Chad, who was holding Henry. "He looks just like Chad! I remember when Coleen had Chad, she stayed in the west room to recover. Chad used to play around this very yard as a kid, and we all thought the Byrne kids were the cutest."

"And then there was Jade..."

"Uh, cough, cough."

The conversation quickly shifted, avoiding any sore spots that might upset Coleen.