The Secret Affairs of the Fake Duke Couple (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 142

It was when Cain was inspecting Joseph’s room, prepared within the palace.

Joseph’s room was well-furnished, as if Hastings had never intended to sever ties completely.

It was spacious and clean, filled with many toys. Aside from the furniture being too large for a child, there seemed to be no serious issue for a stay of a few days.

He had wanted to take the boy away immediately, accusing them of mistreatment—but even that had become impossible.

As expected of that sly old fox.

Helena’s seemingly carefree demeanor was merely an act; she was a formidable opponent.

Cain looked around, searching for a suitable spot to place the rabbit doll.

Just then, the sound of rapid footsteps approached—thud thud thud—and Joseph burst through the door.

Without hesitation, the two embraced each other tightly.

“Father!”

Though already locked in a close embrace, the boy rubbed his head against Cain like a rabbit burrowing into the ground.

“Are you hurt? Were you scared? Did you behave yourself?”

Though they’d been apart for less than a day, Cain and Joseph acted as if they’d been separated for months.

“I’m not hurt! I—I was scared, but I held on. I—I behaved well. They said I could… see Father.”

Remembering how eagerly the child must have awaited him, Cain felt a piece of his heart crumble.

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