By the time Jason returned home with Amelia after celebrating Penelopes success, it was already nearing one in the morning.

The housekeeper, upon seeing Jason carry the sleeping child in at such a late hour, asked with a concerned expression, Why are you back so late tonight?

Jason responded with a noncommittal hum, offering no further explanation.

After carrying Amelia to her room and settling her into bed, he returned to his own quarters. ...