Chapter 1014

Oliver handed Cliff to Abigail, but the little one immediately pouted and began to wail upon seeing an unfamiliar face. Abigail gently patted his legs in haste, softly rocking him as she walked around the room. Gradually, his cries faded into murmurs, his eyes drooped, and before long, he was fast asleep. Feeling a swell of pride, Abigail settled down beside James and whispered with delight, "James, look! I got him to sleep." Grace watched Abigail with a smile, but her gaze drifted toward Hazel. Her blank expression rendered Grace in confusion. Typically, Hazel would rush to hold Cliff the moment she was home, and Grace often struggled to get him back. Yet tonight, Hazel was unusually subdued, showing no eagerness to cuddle Cliff. Grace's eyes lingered on Hazel's turtle-necked sweater. Her thoughts swirled, and she bit down on her spoon without saying a word. By 11:00 pm, the family began retreating to their rooms. Cliff, now back in his parents' arms, slept peacefully.