Chapter 440

Alaric

"Theo's been exploring for a while," she observed. "Should we check on him?"

"He's fine. The penthouse is childproofed. Mostly."

"Mostly?"

"There aren't any sharp edges or exposed outlets." I dried my hands on a towel. "And the balcony doors lock automatically."

"Reassuring."

I caught the edge in her voice. Not quite sarcasm, but close. "You don't trust me to keep him safe."

"I didn't say