Chapter 417

The hotel they checked into was right inside the scenic area, and the balcony faced out over the waterfall at Dragonvale. The moment they stepped inside, Leanne squealed in delight, clapping her little hands and running excitedly toward the balcony. “Mommy, water!” “That’s a waterfall,” Celeste Harper followed her over and picked her up so she could get a better look. “A waterfall? It’s water with a cloth?” “It’s water flowing down from the mountain, like a big white curtain.” “A jellyfish?” “No, sweetie, not a jellyfish. A curtain made of water.” “What’s a water curtain?” “It’s—” The two of them kept bantering, both talking in circles, but neither seemed to mind. Standing behind them, Ethan Shaw waved off the bellhop who had followed in with their luggage. He didn’t want to break the warm, cozy scene unfolding in front of him. But just when it seemed like nothing could ruin the moment, Celeste’s phone rang, cutting the peaceful vibe short. She pulled it out of her pocket and checked t