I-I didn’t mean it like that. I-I just blurted it out. Why are you being so harsh? she said, stuttering. Could the treatment he went through damaged his brain and caused a change in his personality?
Why did it feel like Sebastian’s gaze had become so dark? It was completely different from the warm look he used to have. Was it just her imagination?
Sebastian pursed his lips. Vonnie, stop saying things that upset me. You know very well that I treat him as my own. Next time, don’t speak without thinking. It could be bad if someone else hears it. After all, Theodore doesn’t know about this yet. Do you understand?
Yvonne nodded. I understand, Seb, but why is Rose staying in Melrine? Did she not want to take care of him? Or is she coming back soon?
She’s busy with her studies over there. I wanted to take care of him, and he’s more attached to me, so I brought him back to look after him. Once she’s done with her studies, she’ll come back.
So, from the way you’re speaking, you’re not planning on going to Melrine anytime soon?
Sebastian nodded. No, I’m not.
He wasn’t planning to go for the rest of his life. Theodore would call the police, and he would be wanted by Melrine authorities. Therefore, he could only stay in Blencalgo.
Fortunately, there was no extradition agreement between Blencalgo and Melrine, and with his background, he would be safe here.
Sebastian’s gaze dropped as he stared at Steve in his arms, a smile playing on his lips.
Yvonne stared at her brother in a daze. She felt that Sebastian seemed different somehow, but she couldn’t quite put her finger on what had changed. His return had been too sudden, and he only brought back Steve while Rosalie was still abroad. It didn’t seem like it was just about company matters.
Moreover, he was still undergoing treatment abroad. His return at this time made Yvonne feel that something wasn’t quite right.
Seb, it will take Rose some time to finish her studies, and you’re not going to Melrine anytime soon. Wouldn’t that mean Rose won’t be able to see Steve? she asked.
What’s the big deal about not seeing him? Communication is so advanced now. They can video chat, replied Sebastian.
I didn’t expect Rose to agree to let you bring him back.
This was something Yvonne hadn’t anticipated. She had thought that the three of them would return together, but to her surprise, it was only Sebastian and Steve.
Vonnie, Rose and I are married. This is our child. You need to remember something-don’t speak as if Rosalie and I are just friends. I’m also the child’s father. Him staying with me is just as good, right?
I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with Steve staying with you, Seb. I just think it’s best for him to have both parents around, Yvonne said.
There are special circumstances
now. I have to handle company matters, and Rose has to focus on her studies. This is the only option for now. Besides, Steve is still young and doesn’t understand the need for his parents to be around.
Sebastian spoke nonchalantly, gently stroking Steve’s face. Don’t you think so, my dear son? Vonnie, don’t overreact next time. You’ll scare the baby.
Yvonne nodded. I got it.
Her brother had become so strange. Perhaps it was because he got married, so there were bound to be some changes.
However, from what it seemed, he
really cared for Steve, even if Steve wasn’t his biological son. Yvonne had no doubts about that. She just couldn’t shake the feeling that something must have happened between Sebastian and Rosalie.
Brother, can I ask you a personal question? she said tentatively.