Love's Cunning Ruse novel Chapter 271

Karl had secured a beachfront villa for their vacation. When Julie and Kieran arrived with their son Ivan, Karl had everything ready.

Ivan, who hadn't seen Karl in ages, was thrilled and greeted him cheerfully, "Karl!"

"Why are you here, Karl?" Ivan asked, walking up to him.

Karl replied, "I'm here to keep you company, young master."

Kieran turned to Ivan, "Tomorrow, you'll hang out with Karl. Your mother and I have some important matters to attend to. The day after, we'll take you out for some fun. Deal?"

"Important matters?" Ivan gestured for Kieran to crouch down to his level.

Kieran, amused by Ivan's mysterious demeanor, leaned in closer to hear what he had to say.

Julie watched as Ivan whispered something into Kieran's ear, but she was too far away to hear anything. Just as she decided to move closer, Ivan had finished speaking.

"Is that so, Kieran?" Ivan asked, looking up at Kieran expectantly.

Kieran patted the young boy on the shoulder with admiration and nodded approvingly, "That's right. So, wash up and head to bed. Tomorrow, accompany Karl to enjoy the tulips. Show Karl around town, okay?"

"Understood!" Ivan, gripping Karl, asked, "Where do I sleep tonight?"

Karl began leading Ivan to his room but was interrupted by Ivan's question, "Have you ever heard about a poem written by someone named Lewis?"

"Lewis?" Karl was puzzled.

"Yes, Lewis."

Karl found himself at a loss for words. Fortunately, Ivan wasn't too keen on getting the answer right away and continued, " In the beauty of spring, only the roses are the truly beauty, blossoming and dazzling all people. I've forgotten the first two lines. My mom once read them to me. Can you google it and write the poet down for me later? I'd like to memorize it!"

As the two voices faded into the distance, Julie couldn't help but smile.

She approached Kieran and asked, "What did our son just tell you?"

"Guess," the man teased, his deep voice echoing as he ascended the staircase.

If Julie could guess, that would indeed be surprising!

"Then give me your wallet." She caught up with him and blocked his way.

Caught off guard, Kieran scooped Julie up in his arms and carried her into their bedroom, swiftly locking the door behind them. He gently laid her down on the soft bed, the white sheets contrasting beautifully with her red dress.

He leaned over her, tenderly pushing her hair away from her face and planting a soft kiss on her cheek.

His unique scent filled her senses, and his gentle kisses made her forget everything else.

"What did you just ask me, my love?" He asked, with his deep gaze filled with affection.

Julie's thoughts were in disarray, and she couldn't remember what she had wanted to ask.

Seeing her confusion, Kieran kissed her again and then got up, "I'm going to take a shower."

It was only after he had disappeared into the bathroom that Julie remembered, "The wallet, the wallet, I was asking for your wallet!"

She reached into his trouser pocket, expecting him to dodge, but instead he leaned against the bathroom wall, raising his hands above his head in surrender.

Caught off guard by his sudden compliance, Julie felt a bit out of sorts.

His trousers were tight against his muscular legs, and his thin wallet contained just a few banknotes and a couple of cards.