AllFreeNovel
Share Us
“Did he force his way to come with you, Uncle?”
“Pretty much,” Aiden says with a poker face. “He said, and I quote, ‘Of course my presence is welcome. Who wouldn’t enjoy my godly company and stimulating conversationalist eloquence?’”
“Me, for one.” Lan grins. “I can think of someone else who wouldn’t either. Maybe I should text that someone so they can judge yourstimulating conversationalist eloquence.”
“Dad…” Eli says, all humor absent. “Remember when I said I want Lan gone?”
“Yes, constantly.”
“I still want him gone.”
“Too bad I’m here to stay.” Lan makes a face. “And stop asking your dad for help like a little bitch. How old are you? Six?”
“You’re playing with fire, twat.”
“Burn, dear cousin. Burn.”
“Boys,” Levi says, pinching the bridge of his nose. “When are you going to grow out of this meaningless rivalry?”
“Let them be.” Aiden smiles. “It’s amusing.”
Lan's expression goes from playful to burning hot when he spots me with his mother.
He comes to escort me, his hand landing on the small of my back as he guides me to the center of the living area.
Eli offers me his charming smile. “We meet again, Mia.”
“Hi.”
“Isn’t it about time you decide this one right here isn’t worth your time?”
“Ignore the waste of space.” Lan doesn’t even pay him attention. “Uncle, meet Mia. The future queen to my kingdom.”
My cheeks heat and I hope it’s not as obvious as I think it is. What’s with him and all the labels today?
I offer my hand. “It’s nice to meet you, Mr. King.”
“Please. Call me Aiden.” He returns the shake with a firm but brief one. “I must say, you’re one brave young lady for putting up with someone like Lan.”
“I’ve been saying that for months,” Eli agrees.
“Hey.” Lan seems offended. “You’re supposed to be on my side, Uncle.”
“It takes courage to put up with you, so of course I have to give credit where credit is due.” He leans over. “Give me a call if this one gives you trouble.”
“Me, too,” Levi says.
“Dad!” Lan scoffs.
“Leave my boy alone.” Astrid wraps her arms around his waist in a hug and he smirks, then pretends to be wounded.
“See, Mum? No one understands my worth.”
“I’ll add my number to the Landon Hotline,” Eli says, almost too excitedly.
“Can’t be busier than the Eli Hotline,” Lan shoots back. “I know because I’ve been taking care of the fallout for years.”
Eli glares at him and Lan merely waggles his brows.
