Chapter 602

Ethan Roscente's gaze lingered on Vivian Laurent's face, waiting for her to state her terms.

His heartbeat quickened, fearing she might refuse.

Theo's affection for Vivian was undeniable. Losing his playmate would devastate the little boy.

"Stop calling me Auntie." Vivian's tone brooked no argument. "We're divorced. Agree to this, and I'll keep playing with you."

Theo looked helplessly at Ethan.

"But you're my only Auntie," the child pouted.

Vivian crouched to his eye level. "Call me Sister, like before."

"Okay... Sister," Theo mumbled reluctantly.

A smile bloomed on Vivian's face. "Good boy. Let's go shopping for new clothes and treats later."

Now that secrets were out, their outing should proceed smoothly.

"Yay!" Theo clapped excitedly.

Ethan immediately interjected, "I'm coming too."

"I only invited Theo," Vivian said coldly.

"I'll tag along with him," Ethan replied shamelessly.

Isabella Langley cut in sharply, "No way! Even if the kid isn't yours, you're still trouble. Vivian shouldn't spend time with you!"

She resolved to investigate the truth, suspecting this uncle-nephew duo might be conspiring against Vivian.

Ethan sighed. "Treat me as your wallet. Spend however you want."

"Dream on!" Isabella rolled her eyes.

Defeated, Ethan conceded, "Call me when you're done. I'll pick Theo up."

Though he hadn't made progress, at least Sophia's misunderstanding about Theo had been cleared.

He believed their relationship would improve now that the truth was out.

"Bye, Uncle!" Theo waved obediently.

Ethan turned to Vivian. "Theo loved your bedtime story last night. He left a gift for you in the car."

"How thoughtful," Vivian said gently.

Suddenly, Ethan frowned. "Why were you at a children's boutique?"

The store sold exclusively kids' clothing. What would two single women be doing there?

Vivian instinctively covered her abdomen.

Quick thinking saved her. "We wanted to buy Theo clothes. Great minds think alike!"

Theo beamed. "Really? But I have lots of clothes!"

"More won't hurt," Vivian laughed. "We'll get enough for daily changes!"