Chapter 20

It was evident that Mrs. Esposito had some hidden agenda. Adam’s attention shifted to the little girl in his arms. He tousled her hair as she remained nestled in his embrace.

“She can’t be away from me for even a second… right, baby?” he said, planting a kiss on her forehead.

Grace was hardly paying any attention, lost in her own thoughts, oblivious to the conversation and actions around her.

Adam used this opportunity to make a quick exit from the Esposito mansion. Mrs. Esposito wore a deep frown, not wanting to let go of the little treasure. She was clearly planning to give Grace some unnecessary advice to win Adam’s favor. Their unspoken tension hung in the air, but without saying another word, Adam walked away with Grace.

It was clear that their first time together after marriage had changed everything for them, and it was quite evident to those around them. While Adam might not have been a new person in the business world, for a pure soul like Grace, it