Chapter 514: Chapter 514

Hugo Quinn raised an eyebrow and slowly approached her, giving her a kiss on the cheek.

"As long as this trick still works, don’t think you can escape from the palm of my hand. Someone will come to take care of Dylan Dawson. You’re coming back with me for a good rest."

Eleanor Hollis didn’t say anything, which was as good as an agreement.

The car soon arrived at the doorstep, and Marcus was already brought back. He looked like any other normal person, but everyone knew this child wasn’t well.

Marcus was having breakfast. Seeing them return, his eyes lit up.

"Where did you guys go last night? You didn’t come back. I waited until I fell asleep."

Eleanor’s heart softened, and she placed her hand on the child’s head.

"We went to see a friend."

Marcus nodded, his eyes curving into a smile as he continued eating from his bowl.

If it weren’t for the specialists examining Marcus, Eleanor wouldn’t have thought that this child’s body was deteriorating.

He could fall ill at any time and might die at any moment. Everyone was on edge. How could she and Hugo argue under such circumstances? They should spend more time with him.

Hugo suddenly pulled her up and sat her down on the chair beside him, afraid she would cry in front of the child. Marcus still didn’t know about his condition and thought it was just a common illness.

Eleanor quickly composed herself and slowly nodded.

The three quietly finished their meal. Marcus said he wanted to stay and watch the drama on TV today. Eleanor and Hugo exchanged glances and sat down beside him in mutual understanding.

"Mommy, are you both staying home today?"

These past few days, the two adults seemed busy, and he never saw them around, so he behaved well and didn’t disturb them.

But now, seeing them sitting beside him, there was a flash of excitement in his eyes.

"Yes, today we will both stay with Marcus."

Eleanor got up and went to the kitchen to bring some fruit, cutting it bit by bit and placing it on the coffee table.

Because of everything that had happened recently, the three hadn’t cuddled together in a long time.

The anime quickly started. Previously, Marcus never watched this kind of anime, finding it childish. But lately, he seemed obsessed, watching them fervently.

Eleanor felt puzzled and glanced at the child. His behavior was normal, though his eyes occasionally showed a hint of confusion.

"Didn’t you not like these dramas before?"

Eleanor peeled a segment of tangerine and put it into his mouth.

Marcus smiled, "I know, so I’ve started watching them recently and find them quite good. Besides, the other kids watch them too."

Hugo, seeing Eleanor give Marcus a tangerine segment, couldn’t help but open his mouth slightly, his intentions clear.

Eleanor gave him a teasing look and handed him a segment, her actions not very gentle.

Marcus sat between them, seeing how loving they were, a tinge of sadness flashed in his eyes.

He had heard that mommy couldn’t have children. If he were gone, daddy and mommy would definitely be sad. If only they could have another child.

Actually, he had overheard the doctor the other day, saying he could die at any time. This illness had no known source or cure.

He felt a little regretful; he thought he could grow up soon to protect mommy, not expecting to face life and death so young.

"Mommy, you and daddy should always love each other. I will give you my blessings."

He suddenly said seriously, grabbing Eleanor’s hand and also Hugo’s, placing their hands together.

Both Hugo and Eleanor frowned; the child’s emotions seemed off.

But Marcus didn’t care. After putting their hands together, he also placed his own hand on top.

"No matter what, we are always a family."

"Marcus, did you hear something from someone else?"

Eleanor asked suspiciously. The child had always been sensitive. Could it be he heard rumors from outside? Thᴇ link to the origɪn of this information rᴇsts ɪn novel fire.net

"No, I just suddenly felt emotional."

Having said that, Marcus slowly lowered his head, as if his throat was choked. He didn’t want to stay here any longer, afraid of crying directly in front of mom and dad.

Eleanor enveloped him in a hug, her own heart aching too, but she said nothing.

Hugo sat beside them, first comforting Marcus, then wrapping Eleanor in his arms.

"Stop crying, both of you. What does this look like? There, there, Marcus, I’ll make dinner for you tonight."

Marcus immediately lifted his head, eyes shining.

"Daddy, you’re cooking yourself?"

Hugo had hardly ever cooked, but today was special.

"Yes, personally. Later, you and Eleanor will go to the supermarket with me to buy groceries."

Marcus instantly became excited, his earlier gloom vanishing.

Eleanor rubbed her eyes, suppressing the urge to cry.

In the afternoon, the three of them got in the car and went to the supermarket to buy groceries.

But at the supermarket, Eleanor once again received those pointed stares. Before long, everyone started looking at them like they were some kind of oddities.

Hugo frowned, taking two hats from the side and putting one on Eleanor’s head and the other on Marcus’s.

"Mommy, why are they always looking at us?"

Marcus didn’t know about the video online and just felt it was strange.

Eleanor smiled, "Because I’m very pretty, and your daddy is good-looking too. Our family is very attractive, so everyone wants to look at us. Marcus, see what you want to eat, and later let your daddy make it."

She quickly redirected the child’s attention, seeing Marcus indeed become enthusiastic in selecting ingredients. She felt a sense of relief.

Hugo quietly squeezed her hand, giving her reassurance.

He knew Eleanor must have been tormented these days. Anyone else in her situation would struggle to cope.

But he had no choice; he had to find that woman from the past.

The three of them bought the groceries and were just about to check out when they saw Julian Sterling standing not far away, accompanied by another man.

Hugo spoke first, surprised to see him there.

Julian noticed them too and greeted them with a smile.

Ethan Sterling, standing beside him, carrying many things, had a gentle expression.

"Hello, I’m Julian Sterling’s cousin. My name is Ethan Sterling."

He extended a hand, smiling at the people in front of him.

Hugo was taken aback. Since when did Julian have a cousin?

He looked at Julian with suspicion, but seeing no denial, he slowly extended his own hand.

Ethan nodded, his gaze briefly resting on Eleanor before moving away.