Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

It was a call from Aimee that snapped Patrick back to reality. Over at the

Hernandez Group, Aimee was soothing their little boy, who'd taken a tumble and was crying his heart out. "Hey, Aimee?"

The moment he heard his dad's voice, their son's sobs turned into softer

whimpers, still clinging to the phone.

"Patrick, what are you up to? Can you chat with our little one? He was toddling around, lost his balance, and now he's been crying ever since."

Patrick turned around, "I'm out of town." He then tried to cheer up his son, "Hey, champ, say 'Daddy'."

But the little guy was too upset to call out for his parents.

The housekeeper set the food on the table, and feeling extra soft-hearted today, Aimee decided to spoon-feed him, showing all the motherly love.

Soon enough, he calmed down, and Patrick began to think about heading back. "Why'd you bring him to the office today?"

Aimee explained, "Grandpa had to visit the foundation and check up on the charity funds at various places. So, our boy hung out in my office."

Patrick noted, "Grandpa's getting a head start this year."

The Hernandez family runs a foundation that throws charity events and raises money to help build schools, buy equipment, and support the elderly and disabled in less fortunate areas. Seth, the foundation's founder, personally checks on some of the funded projects each year to ensure the money's being used right. They report back to the public clearly and honestly. Seth's surprise visits add a layer of trust, making the community respect Patrick and Seth even more.

As their son finally stopped crying, Aimee asked Patrick, "Did you find the person you were looking for?"

"Nope, just an empty house. No one's been around for over twenty years."

Aimee thought for a moment, "That's odd, it's like they're hiding."

Patrick agreed, "Yeah, seems like it."

Their son turned his head, searching for something he liked better, while Aimee continued to feed him at his pace.

"I think the Collins family might've already looked for him."

Aimee speculated, "Looked for him? Why? What would the Collins family want with him?"

As the couple chatted, their son, feeling a bit neglected, pouted and teared up again. "Alright, alright, no more tears. Mommy's here to feed you."

With each spoonful, Patrick wrapped up his call, thanking his uncle for guiding him.noveldrama

Meanwhile, over at the Collins family...

The butler dashed over to report, "Patriarch, we've confirmed it. The seventh young master was indeed seen in Logan's hometown."

The patriarch, hands clasped behind his back, mused, "So, it's Patrick."

"No need to worry; it won't affect us."

He knew Patrick would come back empty-handed.

On his solo trip back, with nothing to show for his efforts, Patrick felt a bit on edge

but kept his cool, talking to his wife like usual.

"Patrick, do you think he might've changed his name?"

Patrick replied, "Even if he did, he'd have to update it officially. It's not like he could just vanish."

Aimee realized she might've been naive, "Patrick, why are you looking for him anyway?"