NovelOnlineChapter 269 Evan's quick reflexes saved the day once again. Before Tarquin could even catch a glimpse of who was there, Evan had already darted into the little cubicle.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTarquin, puzzled, turned to Elliot, "Who were you talking to just now?" Elliot, clutching his small hands, let his deep eyes roll around before calming down and countering, "Did you chere to readthe riot act, Dad?" He knew very well that Evan's antics would not have gone unnoticed by Tarquin.
Before Tarquin could reply, Elliot went on, "What's done is done. I'll stand by my actions and won't drag you into this. If the Bradfords have a bone to pick, they can cat me." Tarquin looked at him with a complex expression, "I'm not here to reprimand you. Are you hurt?" Elliot was skeptical. Evan had caused such a mess, and Tarquin wasn't angry? It seemed he had a soft spot for Elijah.
Elliot answered, "I'm fine." "That's good to hear. When did you sneak out of the bathroom? I was outside the whole tand didn't see you leave." "I knew you wouldn't letgo, so I changed into different clothes and jumped out the window." Tarquin glanced at the open window and then at the clothes on the floor, "Why the need to change clothes?" Elliot replied smoothly, "I'm going to pay respects to Grandpa later. Didn't want to dirty these clothes. It wouldn't be respectful." Tarquin pondered for a moment before asking, "When did you prepare the clothes?" "Today." "Where did you get it? You don't like that style. You never wear it." Elliot coolly answered, "Elysia gave it to me. She thought my clothes were too mature and not lively enough. She wantedto try a new style. I had this set under my coat, so you didn't notice." "Weren't you wearing a suit under your coat?" "I had the sportswear on over the suit." Tarquin was momentarily speechless, feeling something was off but couldn't pinpoint what exactly. He decided to believe Elliot's explanation for now and asked, "Was the fight with Allegra over Elysia?" "Yeah. Elysia almost got hit because of me. I had to stand up for her! Otherwise, the Bradfords might think Elysia's an easy target without anyone to back her up." Tarquin was puzzled, "Who told you Allegra was behind the attempt on Elysia? Did Elysia complain to you?" "No, she didn't say anything. I accidentally overheard you talking to Mr. Lowell about it." Tarquin sighed, "I've already settled things with Allegra."
"You did what you had to; I have my own score to settle. Elysia was wronged and frightened because of me, and needed to make it right." Tarquin fell silent again, studying Elliot. The boy seemed different from the reserved and aloof Elijah he knew.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmNow, reflecting on it, he seemed distinct from the one who just made a scene at the cemetery - he was mature and composed, whereas the fighter was more impulsive and lively.
These differing personalities seemed like three separate individuals, yet Tarquin knew he dnly had one son, and there was no mistaking that they were the sperson in appearance. Confused, Tarquin softened his tone, "You don't need to worry about the Bradfords or bother with them. I'll handle this situation. Let's go pay respects to your grandpa." Elliot couldn't help but give Tarquin another look.
Not a single word of criticism and such gentleness in his voice... it was just like a tender father.
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