Wait, She’s a Billionaire (Sheena Lawson) novel Chapter 1523

"Elliot, I…" Lionel began to explain, but Elliot could not be bothered.

He simply walked past him and exited the room.

Not far down the corridor, Nathaniel stood in place, staring at Elliot.

Beside him was a little boy, and in his arms, another little girl, creating a scene of indescribable peace.

Asher ran up, arms outstretched toward Elliot, silently pleading for a hug from his father.

Elliot bent down, gently enveloping his son in his arms, allowing him to sit comfortably on his arm.

Despite Elliot's quick shower, Asher's sensitive senses picked up the scent of smoke and alcohol lingering on him.

"Daddy, you're being naughty! You know I can't stand the smell of smoke, yet you hide in your office to smoke and drink secretly. If Mommy finds out, she'll definitely give you a good scolding!" Asher scolded gently.

Elliot suppressed the bitterness in his eyes, a faint smile tugging at his lips. "You're right, son. I was wrong. I won't smoke anymore, and I won't make Mommy mad. It's cold in the hallway. Let's go inside first."

He turned back into the office, with Nathaniel and Lionel following behind.

Once inside, Adora quickly scanned the room, furrowing her little brows as she asked, "Daddy, where's Mommy? Uncle Nate said Mommy was with you working late, but why isn't Mommy here?"

Elliot had a handful as he was looking after both kids, and his face tensed slightly as he lowered his long lashes, searching for an excuse.

"Mommy went back to Mountville. There's an urgent matter in the family, and she needed to handle it."

Asher, in Elliot's arms, chimed in, "Then why didn't you go with Mommy back to the Lawson estate? You always used to go with Mommy before."

Elliot's jaw tightened, and he awkwardly explained, "Because there's also an emergency task at the bureau, and I can't leave. I have to work overtime here. But by tomorrow… or maybe the day after, I'll get Mommy back."

Lionel and Nathaniel exchanged serious looks, noticing Elliot's issues but refraining from exposing him in front of the children.

Asher lowered his gaze, his face showing a hint of sadness.

"Daddy, not seeing Mommy makes me feel uneasy."

He placed a small hand over his heart, gazing weakly at Elliot.