Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem novel Chapter 323

Tarquin's focus shifted to Elliot. He observed Elliot, thoughts drifting to the mature and composed Elijah he remembered from the family gathering. Yet, facing Elliot now... Tarquin dismissed his doubts and asked,

"Did I make your mom cry?"

"Yeah, you called her tonight and told her she couldn't see Elijah anymore. She was really upset."

"…She told you guys?"

"We had just gotten home when you called. Mom was crying a lot."

Tarquin frowned, "You all know about Elijah?"

"Mhm."

"Does she often talk about Elijah with you?"

"Almost every day, she mentions something about Elijah. My mom loves having heart-to-hearts with us. We're not just mother and sons; we're also best friends."

Tarquin frowned deeper, feeling a twinge of jealousy. Being a parent himself, Elysia could connect with her children on such a level, yet he couldn't! He too wished to have heart-to-hearts with Elijah, to be both a father and a friend, but he never had the chance! Elijah didn't like talking to him, and he couldn't find a way into Elijah's heart.

"How does she talk about Elijah?"

"Mom says Elijah is very well-behaved and understanding, just a bit quiet and not too expressive. She also mentioned how much she loves Elijah and that the feeling is mutual."

"So, she wants Elijah to be her son?"

At that, Elliot immediately retorted, "Are you suggesting my mom wants to take your son away from you?"

Tarquin's brow furrowed deeper, his gaze darkening at Elliot. Clearly, Elliot had hit a nerve. Elliot smirked slightly, his expression mocking,

"And do you know Elijah sees your mom as a mother?"

"Of course! We understand."

"Understand?"

"Yeah, our mom is the best mom in the world. She's kind, gentle, and sincere. Anyone who's met her likes her."

Elliot paused, giving Tarquin a meaningful look,

"If anyone doesn't like her, they must have a serious problem, a very serious problem!"

Tarquin was left speechless. Was this kid implying something about him?