The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet (Thalassa and Elowen) novel Chapter 571

Chapter 571 

As Thalassa turned; her eyes met Lysander’s piercing gaze, profound and unfathomable. 

Her heart fluttered involuntarily, and she quickly averted her eyes. 

She had been crouching to accommodate the children’s height and was trying to stand up to check their rooms. 

But her legs had grown numb from crouching, and as she tried to rise, her feet gave way, sending her falling backward. 

A robust and muscular arm caught her, bearing the full brunt of her weight. 

With a mere flex of his biceps, Lysander steadied her, his strength evident in the ease of his action. 

Thalassa felt the warmth of his palm and the undeniable strength he possessed. Flustered, she quickly stepped away once she regained her balance, avoiding his gaze. “I’m going to check over there,” she muttered hurriedly. 

She paced quickly towards the children. 

After inspecting the children’s rooms, Thalassa felt a mix of warmth and a tinge of regret. 

Finally, the children could have their own rooms, and they were very cozy and comfortable. 

She was happy for them. 

But it reminded her of how she, as their mother, failed to provide such comfort. 

Seeing the children settling down in the Royal Estates, Thalassa felt somewhat relieved. 

At least Lysander hadn’t sent the children to the Sinclair’s house for Zephyr and Sybil to take over completely. 

At least he kept his children close to him. 

At meal time in the afternoon. 

The four children were seated opposite Thalassa and Lysander. 

Lysander didn’t invite Evelyn to sit down. Thalassa glanced at Evelyn, who was standing on one side. She wanted to ask her to join them but didn’t dare to. After all, that was Lysander’s house, and she was here at his mercy. 

If Lysander didn’t invite Evelyn to sit, who was she to do so? 

But Evelyn was her mother, and Thalassa couldn’t bear to eat while her mother just stood there. 

Just as Thalassa was about to rise, Lysander’s deep voice rang out, “Fitch, we’re missing a place setting; didn’t you notice?” 

Fitch was taken aback momentarily, but after glancing at Evelyn, he quickly understood. Apologetically, he said, “I apologize for my oversight. I’ll get it right away…” 

Soon, a place setting and a chair were added to the narrower end of the rectangular table. 

Thalassa felt a little less uneasy. She looked at Evelyn and said, “Mom…” 

She called and motioned towards the new place setting with her eyes. 

Evelyn was taken aback, hardly believing that the seat was meant for her. 

She could sit down and share a meal with Lysander?