CHAPTER 35

Just as she shakily rose to her feet, his strong arms lifted her by the butt and settled her on his back. This action startled her into wrapping her arms around his neck. That was how she ended up being forcefully piggybacked by him.

“Gabriel, put me down. I said that I’m able to walk.” She struggled in protest.

Who would have known that he would pat her on the ass — twice. “Be good and hold still.”

A blush stained her pretty face. The little boy who was walking in front of them in concentration was oblivious to his mommy’s mortification.

Cynthia did not dare to put up a struggle any more. Gabriel carried her all the way back to his place. Zack had already fetched the first-aid kit. Cynthia sat on the sofa while the ointment was being applied on her knees. Fortunately, the wound was not deep.

“Mommy, let’s not go anywhere today. We’ll just stay at home, okay?” The little boy was so distressed that he wasn’t even in the mood to play.

Cynthia was at a loss for words. She couldn’t believ