Chapter 691

Charles hadn't returned to his mansion for an entire week. However, on that day, not only did he return, but he also arrived earlier than usual. When he entered the house, the maid took his winter coat. After he changed into his house slippers, he entered the living room, where he saw the nanny playing with Mia on the carpet. His face immediately softened into a gentle smile. "Mia." Mia blinked at the somewhat familiar man without showing any sign of rejection. Charles picked up his little daughter and sat on the carpet, leaning back against the sofa, letting Mia sit on his lap. He held her tiny hands and coaxed her. "Call me Daddy. Daddy. Daddy." Mia only responded with a series of meaningless ahs. Charles, not giving up, slowed his speech. He said while enunciating each syllable, "Dad—dy—" Mia responded with, "Ah! Ah!" He tried again. "No, Mia, watch my mouth. Dad—dy—" "Ah! Mommy!" Mia yelled. Charles froze and turned to see Emmie walking over. Mia only knew how to