The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 1193

Leopold was speechless.

"I care about my wife and my son equally," Leopold mused, lingering his gaze on the horizon. "Today, I just want to spend some quality time with my boy."

William was at a loss for words. He didn't want that kind of attention. Not at all. There were no good intentions there.

Desperate, he shot pleading glances at his mother, hoping for rescue.

Aurelia approached, her voice gentle. "Honey, I'm thinking of taking a bath. Why don't you keep me company? Let the kid have some fun on his own."

Leopold affectionately patted her head. "Darling, I've been so caught up with work lately, I've neglected Kane. Today, I want to make it up to him. You relax, and I'll join you later tonight."

With that, he scooped up his son and headed outside.

"Come on, son. Daddy's going to tuck you into bed."

William was about to cry. He didn't want Uncle Leopold's company and yearned for his father. If only his dad were here, Uncle Leopold wouldn't dare to bother him. Oh, the injustice!

As they reached the doorway to his room, 'Kane' clutched at Leopold's shirt. "Dad, I'm not sleepy anymore. I want to play with William and Skyler. It's still early. If I sleep now, I won't be able to later tonight."

Having Uncle Leopold on watch was the last thing he needed. Right now, the priority was to switch places with Kane.

"Alright," Leopold nodded.

In the game room, Skyler and the other children were engrossed in a heated game of Monopoly. Kane was distracted and worried about William.

William shuffled in, head hung low, with Leopold trailing behind. His frustration was palpable. Uncle Leopold's clinginess was suffocating, far from the usual indifference he showed Kane.

Skyler waved him over. "Kane, you're back! Come join the game."

"Okay." William took a seat next to Kane, deliberately choosing the spot farthest from Leopold.

The servants brought in a late-night snack of sweet almond custard, a favorite among the children.

"Let's eat first, then we can continue playing," they suggested.