Chapter 200

The sky had already darkened by the time Sebastian Richards pulled into the driveway of the villa. His sleek black car shimmered subtly in the twilight. As soon as the door opened— Three kids came dashing over. Chloe was the fastest, practically flying. Ryan had gotten taller and strong enough to lift his little sister. Isabella stretched her chubby arms, yelling out "Daddy!" loud and clear—it would melt anyone's heart and wipe away a whole day’s exhaustion. Sebastian hugged them one by one, ending with Isabella, whom he kissed on the cheek. “Where’s Mommy?” he asked. Little Isabella, all round and well-fed with shiny black bangs, pointed upstairs with her pudgy finger. “Mama... reading.” He stayed with them for a few minutes, chatting and playing, before handing them off to the nanny and heading up to the master bedroom. He pushed the door open gently. The sitting area inside was bathed in a soft warm glow. Elaria Grace was in a floral dress, her long hair down, lounging under the rea