Her Rebirth of Retribution novel Chapter 240

Plus, based on Kallum's reaction, it was clear that Kallum was more interested in her than she was in him. As a result, she was in control, but that didn't mean she had become a seasoned veteran in the game of love. She was merely smartly using her advantage, but was far from being a master in love.

Now was a good example of just how clueless she was. Anyone could tell Kallum was struggling to suppress his feelings for her. In fact, the muscles beneath his clothes that were taut with tension, his intense aura of masculinity, and the look in his eyes said it all. However, Calista, though initially uneasy, quickly convinced herself that Kallum wouldn't harm her and continued sitting on his lap, oblivious to the danger.

Kallum's handsome face was taut, his Adam's apple bobbing incessantly. It seemed as though he had so much to say, so much he wanted to do, yet his rationality kept him in check. Such a tense atmosphere caused goosebumps to crawl all over Quintus' skin.

“Nothing.” Kallum's gaze dimmed. Apparently, rationality had prevailed over impulse this time. He desired to conquer her yet was so afraid to hurt her.

“Quintus, get out,” he said.

“Yes, sir!” Quintus, relieved, shouted in response and took off, scampering out of the room.

When they were finally alone in the room, Calista started to feel uneasy. “Don't you want to hear about Quincy's secret?”

Kallum reached out, pulling her close to him. In a hushed voice, he muttered, “I'm more curious about your secret.”

The word “secret” clearly held a deeper meaning. Unfortunately, Calista didn't get it. As Kallum held her, she responded the same way she did in any other intimate moment they shared throughout the year, quietly enduring it.

She felt that she had a huge impact on Kallum's state of mind, and a patient's emotions were crucial to the treatment. Her sense of shame had long since disappeared anyway, and she could handle being embraced and kissed. Plus, Kallum always had a refreshing scent about him, and his appearance was a feast for the eyes.

After Calista revealed Quincy's secret, Kallum had already calmed down. He hadn't expected to hear such news, but it surprisingly aligned with his speculations.

“No wonder Harvey didn't want to acknowledge her. This is absurd!”

Calista didn't comment on that. “So, you're planning to use Quincy's background as a counterattack against Harvey?”

After considering the potential outcomes, she let out a pleased chuckle. “That's a pretty good plan. But I'm not planning on letting Quincy leave the Stafford family so soon. After all, it's going to be hard for me to make a move against her if she's too far away.” She sneered, not even bothering to hide her animosity toward Quincy.

Kallum said, “If you wish to keep her around you, I can change my approach. After all, I have plenty of ways to deal with Harvey.”

A glint flashed in Harvey's eyes as he chuckled. “You're the kindest one among all my brothers! I'm glad I chose Kieran as my successor. I hope he turns out like you so that I have someone to rely on when I grow old.”

Kyven immediately waved his hand, beckoning his son over. “Kieran, from now on, Uncle Harvey will be your father! You must respect and honor him, understand?”

Kieran, who was fifteen years old, appeared extremely obedient. He greeted Harvey right away, “Dad!”

“Good boy!” Please, Harvey patted the youngster's shoulder.

As the three interacted harmoniously, Kallum received some news and promptly made a call, a smile playing on his lips.

A DNA test report landed on Kyven's office desk. When he saw that, his cheerful smile was turned upside down. “Harvey! You b*stard! How dare you deceive me!”

Harvey had claimed that he was childless and that Sterling, whom he had raised, had passed away, leaving him no choice but to adopt one. All his brothers believed him and vied for the adoption opportunity. However, it turned out that not only did Harvey have a child, but the child was already eighteen years old.