After Prison I Rushed into Marriage with a Comatose Tycoon-Chapter 15: Bathing Shane Lockwood

Eliza Sutton froze, but her expression softened the moment she saw Emmett Lockwood’s adorable little face. "What are you talking about? I just went shopping with my best friend."

"Best friend? Is she Emmett’s godmother? That’s what they always write in novels—the heroine always asks her best friend to be her child’s godmother."

Eliza Sutton didn’t know how to answer.

She and Eve had made a pact to be godmothers to each other’s children, but Emmett wasn’t her child.

But she couldn’t bring herself to say it.

She was afraid Emmett would cry if she did.

Realizing what she was thinking, Eliza Sutton found herself odd.

Five years in prison had hardened her heart, yet she couldn’t bring herself to hurt this child.

"Emmett Lockwood."

Just then, a deep voice called out.

Eliza Sutton turned to see Erik Irvine pushing Shane Lockwood in.

"Mr. Lockwood," Eliza Sutton greeted.

Shane Lockwood gave a cold nod, his gaze fixed on Emmett Lockwood. "Come here."

"I’m not going over there. I want to stay with Mommy." Emmett Lockwood clung to Eliza Sutton like a little octopus, his face a mask of vigilance, as if Shane Lockwood were not his own father but a vile kidnapper.

He declared forcefully, "Don’t think you can split up Mommy and me just because you’re bigger than I am. Dream on!"

Shane Lockwood’s face darkened as he stared at his son’s defiant expression. "I’ll say it one last time. Get over here!"

Emmett Lockwood ignored him completely, hugging Eliza Sutton’s arm. "Mommy, I haven’t eaten. I’m hungry."

Eliza Sutton immediately said, "I’ll go to the kitchen and make you something. It’ll be ready soon."

"I’ll help Mommy, so you don’t have to work so hard."

’Emmett is such a sweet and considerate child.’

Eliza Sutton couldn’t resist reaching out to stroke Emmett Lockwood’s hair. "Good boy."

Eliza Sutton made noodles with shredded pork and vegetables. Since Emmett Lockwood had a sensitive stomach and it was evening, he needed something easy to digest. She also prepared two side dishes, both chosen to be gentle on the stomach.

Emmett Lockwood came out holding his utensils. "Daddy, time to eat! Mommy’s food is super yummy."

He said, looking like a hungry little kitten.

"No, thank you." Shane Lockwood’s eyes held a dismissive look.

’Trying to win a man’s heart through his stomach? What a foolish tactic.’

Emmett Lockwood nodded, immediately returned to the dining room, and announced loudly, "Mommy, Daddy says he’s not eating!"

His little voice was practically buzzing with excitement.

"All right." Eliza Sutton’s tone was even as she served Emmett his food.

"Wow, it smells amazing! Mommy, your noodles are so chewy and delicious, and this stir-fried beef is the best! It’s such a shame Daddy isn’t having any."

Emmett Lockwood’s voice was particularly loud.

Shane Lockwood scoffed. ’Does she really think I’m a child, unable to control myself at the sight of food?’

Just then, Erik Irvine, who was standing to the side, couldn’t help but remark, "The Mistress is quite a good cook. These side dishes look like they were made by a professional chef."

Shane Lockwood shot him a look. "Has this woman bought you off?"

Erik Irvine immediately lowered his head, trying to make himself invisible.

"Wow, this fish with tomato is delicious! Mommy, I want to have it again tomorrow!"

"Okay."

Eliza Sutton’s gaze was gentle as she helped Emmett Lockwood with his meal.

After dinner, she took Emmett Lockwood for a stroll in the garden.

Shane Lockwood watched them leave, incredulous. "Assistant Irvine, did Eliza Sutton just walk off with Emmett Lockwood?"

"Based on the current situation, yes."

"Hah, so full of tricks!" ’Don’t think I don’t know she’s just trying to get my attention with these antics!’

What infuriated Shane Lockwood even more was that, aside from that initial offer, Eliza Sutton hadn’t invited him to eat again.

Erik Irvine said cautiously, "President Lockwood, you must be hungry. I can have the kitchen prepare something for you."

"There’s no need." With a stony expression, Shane Lockwood commanded, "Take me back to my room."

「...」

Eliza Sutton played with Emmett Lockwood in the garden for a while. Her original plan was to take him back to his room and then conveniently crash there for the night.

’Emmett is adorable, cute, and a sweet-talker—so much better than Shane Lockwood.’

However, her plan was quickly thwarted. Mrs. Chandler appeared out of nowhere, beaming. "Mistress, you must be tired. Please, leave the Little Young Master to me. You should go back to your room and see the Young Master."

Eliza Sutton said, "Mr. Lockwood returned with his assistant. He’s probably busy."

"Assistant Irvine has already left. The Young Master is all alone in the room. Mistress, I’m rooting for you!"

Eliza Sutton was speechless. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

’You really don’t have to,’ she thought.

Just as she was about to say something more, Mrs. Chandler had already whisked Emmett Lockwood away.

When Eliza Sutton returned to the room, Shane Lockwood was in the middle of a video conference, speaking fluent, elegant French that was a pleasure to listen to.

Eliza Sutton glanced over once before heading to the walk-in closet. She was stunned by the selection of nightgowns she found inside.

Her simple cotton pajamas had been discarded, replaced by an array of sheer, flimsy garments. Eliza hooked a finger through the delicate fabric. ’Never thought Mrs. Chandler would be such an expert on these things.’

She didn’t dwell on it, choosing a black nightgown and finding a shawl to drape over her shoulders.

By the time she emerged from the walk-in closet, Shane Lockwood had ended his video conference. Several files were scattered on the floor.

As she drew closer, she saw the bold title on the cover: *Azure Dragon Bay Tender Document*.

The very thing the Sutton Family coveted most.

Eliza Sutton bent down and picked up the files.

A dark gleam flickered in the eyes of Shane Lockwood, who was engrossed in his work. Just as he was wondering what she would do, she walked over and placed the files on his desk.

"These are confidential. It wouldn’t do for me to accidentally see what’s inside."

"Oh?" Shane Lockwood raised a brow. "Why not? Don’t the Suttons want this very badly?"

"Yes, the Sutton Family wants it very badly." Eliza Sutton was completely nonchalant. "But what does that have to do with me?"

Shane Lockwood laughed. "Clever girl. Now go, run my bath and help me wash."

Eliza Sutton didn’t refuse. She’d given him sponge baths before, after all. ’What’s the difference between him being unconscious and him being awake?’

’No difference between unconscious and awake?’

She was quickly proven wrong.

An unconscious Shane Lockwood was alluring, but he lacked vitality, like an exquisite but lifeless doll. An awake Shane Lockwood, however, was magnificent. The simple act of him leaning back in the bathtub was enough to conjure an image of pure, living sensuality.

Eliza Sutton felt a nosebleed coming on.

She dug her nails into the pressure point on her hand, forcing herself to calm down.

’If I actually get a nosebleed, I’ll die of embarrassment.’

Shane Lockwood noticed her flitting gaze and sneered, "So, you’re finally showing your true colors, Eliza Sutton. I knew you were up to no good, that you had designs on me."

Eliza Sutton felt utterly wronged. "When have I ever been up to no good or had designs on you?"

’I’ve been so professional while bathing him, I haven’t even touched an inch of his skin!’

"Do you need me to remind you how you kissed and groped me while I was unconscious?"