Trouble in Paradise (Arianna and Nicholas) novel Chapter 659

Nicholas and Cory interacted naturally, which made me feel relieved. With another child in the house, we needed to prepare his sleeping area and clothing.

Nicholas called his secretary to pack Cory's belongings and purchase some new clothes to be delivered. Meanwhile, I went upstairs with Wendy to tidy up the bedroom next to mine and Tabitha's.

The little guy confidently claimed he wasn't afraid of the dark and could sleep on his own.

Still, Wendy expressed her concerns, saying, "Cory has a pitiful background, but our family's situation is different from most. Will he understand the relationship between you and Mr. Hawk?

"Plus, boys are more boisterous by nature. If he ends up clashing with Tabitha, it could be a disaster. Are you sure you want to raise Cory here? Wouldn't it be better to have someone care for him elsewhere for now and bring him back when Tabitha's situation stabilizes?"

I paused briefly, hands mid-motion as I spread the fitted sheet. Then I resumed, saying firmly, "Wendy, from now on, Cory is my child."

I understood that Wendy only wanted the best for the household. However, having decided to adopt Cory, I would treat him no differently than my own.

Wendy hesitated for a moment before sighing and eventually saying, "Alright. I understand…"

Before she could say more, we suddenly heard the sound of small, bare feet pattering across the floor. A tiny figure darted past us in a flash.

Wendy and I exchanged glances before she slapped her thigh and exclaimed, "What did I just say?"

Without a moment's hesitation, we chased after him. Cory wasn't running aimlessly—his destination was Tabitha's room!

Tabitha was sitting on the plush carpet with a few scattered building blocks around her. She raised her eyes, looking somewhat puzzled at the boy standing in front of her.

When we arrived, this was the scene we saw—Cory was holding something in his hand, extending it toward Tabitha.

"Tabitha, Ms. Ariana said I'll be your big brother from now on and that I should treat this as my home. If that's the case, my things are your things too.

"This is a pendant my dad gave me. He said it's a good luck charm to keep me safe. Can I give it to you?"