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Chapter 867

Author: Mia Sol
last update Last Updated: 2024-07-31 19:02:44
Xander had to admit that there was something truly amazing about the bond of blood relations.

Xander had watched the two kids grow up and did a good job as their uncle. Whenever he had time, he would take the children out to have fun.

In their four years of being together, he had never seen Layla get this close to anyone.

Thaddeus was an unexpected father who just showed up, and had he already won over the two little kids within a few days?

Lucas ran out from the back as well. When he saw Thaddeus, he didn't show much of an expression on his face, but one could tell from his eyes that he was happy.

Layla held onto Thaddeus' neck tightly with her small hands.

"Daddy, are you not leaving? Stay and sleep with Mommy tonight!"

Xander was taken aback. "Layla, boys and girls are different, so they shouldn't sleep together so casually. Come here, let me carry you."

Layla pouted. "But back in Zenville, Mommy and Daddy slept together."

Xander's expression didn't look too good. When he g
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