Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem novel Chapter 562

Elysia looked noticeably unwell, her complexion pale and her body weak.

Tarquin's face was etched with concern and tenderness as he gently scooped Elysia up, lifting her in his arms to carry her to the infirmary. He carefully settled her on the hospital bed, then watched as Benjamin started an IV drip for her.

Once Benjamin was done, he said, “You go handle your stuff, I've got this covered.”

Tarquin remained silent, his gaze fixed on Elysia for a long moment before he finally spoke, “I'm not going after all.”

“Huh?” Benjamin was taken aback, “Why the sudden change of heart?”

Elliot was also surprised, looking at him.

After all, Tarquin was supposed to investigate the culprit, a matter of great importance!

Tarquin offered a half-hearted explanation, “Lowell and Axel are on it. They don't need me there.”

Benjamin glanced at Elysia, realizing Tarquin's reluctance stemmed from his concern for her.

“Alright then, I'll leave this in your hands. I'm heading to the lab to check on the progress with the poison analysis. I'll come find you when I have something.”

“Okay.”

After Benjamin left, Tarquin turned to the kids with a serious tone, “I appreciate how worried you've been for Elijah. Thank you. Elijah is lucky to have friends like you. Once Elijah is feeling better, I'll treat you guys to dinner.”

Evan mumbled under his breath, “We were worried about Elijah, not doing it for you.”

“Either way, I know you're all good kids, full of loyalty and heart. Elysia raised you right.”

Evan beamed with pride, “My mom is the best, the best in the whole world!”

Tarquin turned to look at Elysia, appearing to be asleep, and said from the bottom of his heart, “She really is.”

“I'm not tired. You kids go get some sleep, alright?”

After a moment of hesitation, Elliot didn't say anything more and ushered his brothers to rest.

Suddenly, Tarquin asked, “Do you guys need help getting to sleep? If so, I can help.”

The kids blinked at him, not quite understanding.

Tarquin explained, “Do you need a bedtime story or something? If you do, just let me know.”

The kids: “...”

Tarquin added, “Elijah doesn't see your mom as a stranger, and you don't have to be formal with me either. If there's anything I can help with, just say the word.”

Elysia truly loved Elijah, and he would genuinely reciprocate that love for her children. He might not have Elysia's attention to detail or her knack for caregiving, but he was willing to try.