Chapter 349

Naomi held his gaze for a long, silent moment—measuring him, almost debating whether he was worth responding to. Then she turned to Mia and said softly, “We’re going back to the hotel tonight. Don’t be upset, sweetheart. I’ll make sure they eventually believe you’re Gideon Barrett’s daughter.”

Mia stared at her mother, hesitant… then nodded. “Okay, Mom.”

The exchange only irritated Cole further. “