Chapter 889

Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, gilding the three figures in the dining room with golden edges. Ethan Roscente naturally placed a piece of sweet and sour pork rib on Vivian Laurent's plate before adding steamed sea bass to Theo Evans' bowl.

His gaze lingered tenderly between them. When their child was born, this family would feel even more complete.

"Uncle Ethan, these shrimp are so tender!" Theo mumbled through stuffed cheeks, his eyes crinkling into crescents.

"Eat as much as you like." Ethan ruffled the boy's hair. "Growing boys need to build strength."

"Mm!"

After dinner, Theo rubbed his rounded belly with satisfied hiccups. Even Vivian had eaten half a bowl more than usual, surprising herself at Ethan's rapid culinary improvement.

As she moved to clear the dishes, Ethan intercepted them. "I'll take Theo for a walk in the garden." Accepting effortlessly, Vivian led the bouncing boy outside.

Roses bloomed vibrantly in the garden.

"Auntie Viv." Theo suddenly tugged her sleeve, eyes sparkling. "Can we go to Disneyland tomorrow? With Uncle Ethan too?"

Vivian crouched to his eye level. "What do you want to ride?"

"Roller coasters! The Ferris wheel!" He animatedly gestured before hesitating. "But we can stay home if you're not feeling well."

Warmth flooded her chest. "It's alright, I'll go with you." She whispered conspiratorially, "Our secret—don't tell Uncle Ethan yet."

"Pinky promise!" Theo solemnly extended his little finger.

From the window, Ethan watched the pair in the garden. Sunlight traced Vivian's hair with gold as she bent down, her tender profile holding his gaze captive.

"Uncle Ethan!" Theo spotted him and waved excitedly.

By the time Ethan reached them, the boy had already burst out, "Auntie Viv said yes to Disneyland! You're coming too!"

"Of course." Ethan's eyes met Vivian's as she nodded with a soft smile.

That afternoon, the study carried the faint scent of ink. Theo peppered Vivian with questions about the anatomical model while she patiently explained meridian points. Seated behind the desk with documents on his lap, Ethan's attention kept drifting to the impromptu lesson.

Vivian spoke softly to avoid disturbing his work, yet each time she glanced up, she found his focused gaze waiting.

Theo absorbed knowledge like a sponge, his quick understanding revealing a budding genius. Watching them, Ethan felt an indescribable fullness in his chest.

This ordinary afternoon surpassed every beautiful scene he'd ever imagined.