Serena POV “Hi, Babe.” My coffee was about to spill when Leopold lightly put his arm around my shoulders. I was still digesting the moment when he casually grabbed the coffee cup and took a sip. “Why do you always like sweet drinks like this?” Leopold looked at my caramel latte with a doubtful expression. “When coffee is mixed with other flavors, the taste gets messy.” “Chatty, you don't ask permission, and you protest.” Taking the glass from his hand, I said. “What about Amanda?” The words felt heavy on my tongue at the mention of that name. I felt reluctant to say it, belatedly realizing that I should have been wiser. Leopold nodded. “She's good. Her baby is good, too.” My eyes narrowed when I heard that. “Your baby too?” “Not sure yet,” he replied. I let silence fill t

