Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

Teddy scooped Henry out of Asher's arms with a smooth move and a grin. "Not exactly true. With Andre around, Conner won't have to start from zero."

Henry looked up, trying to figure out which refined, important-looking man was holding him now. Was this his other godfather?

Asher wasn't having it. He reached over to take Henry back. "Sure, maybe things will be easier, but Conner's still stuck with all of Mr. Nettleton's baggage. What's he supposed to do about all that?"

Once again, Henry was passed around, his chubby cheeks and puzzled face making him look even cuter.

Mars strolled over, joining the game. "I'm with Asher on this one. Andre's world is business. Conner's is the streets. They shouldn't get mixed up." Mars barely had a chance to reach for his godson before Asher nudged him aside. “Come on, I haven't even had enough time with him. Why does everyone keep trying to steal him from me?"

"Asher, don't be greedy. You've been holding him for ages. We're all his godfathers—what makes you so special?" Mars said, scooping Henry up.

Henry, ever the cautious one, waited before making any moves. His bright eyes searched for his dad.

Andre had been watching quietly from the side, not interfering.

"Daddy-" Henry called out.

Andre nodded, clearly deep in thought, but still giving his son a little acknowledgement.

Teddy broke the silence. "Conner's situation isn't like Asher's. Asher's overseas- out there, strength and firepower matter most. But Conner's here, and he's already walking a fine line. Forget about Annie for a second. The way things are going in the country these days, Conner's got two choices: get out early, or leave for good."

"Mr. Nettleton's family has been rooted here in Newtown for generations, there's no way Conner would just pack up and leave. Even if he does try to go legit, it's a process."

Mars pressed his lips together, silent, and Asher just sat there, thinking. Even if he had his own freedom, his friend didn't. And when it came to the situation at home, only those two really had a say.

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was infamous around here-everyone knows how bad it was. Things have only started improving since Conner took over. But those old debts aren't going anywhere. When the time comes, it's all going to land on Conner Teddy added quietly. After all, Conner was the new Mr. Nettleton.

He went on, "Money or status-none of it matters unless you earn it the right way. That's the only way you can Sleep well at night and build something that lasts." noveldrama

Teddy's reason for supporting Conner was simple-he just wanted his friend to be safe.

Mars spoke up, "But what about Conner's business? He's got a lot of people depending on him. Going legit isn't just something you say and make happen."

The room got quiet. Henry looked at the men on the couch, then shot his little hand up. "Daddy, pick me up~"

Andre hadn't moved yet, but Asher jumped in. "Godfather's turn!"

Mars hugged Henry a little tighter, protective. "Back off, Asher. I've barely had a minute with him."

Asher rolled his eyes. "You've been holding him forever, I've been counting."

And with that, the godfather tug-of-war started all over again.

Eventually, Henry ended up back with Teddy.

Teddy looked at Conner, who'd barely said a word. "What do you think, Conner?" Finally, all eyes turned to him.

Conner sat up, rubbing his temples. "You all have a point. I have to look out for my guys, and think about the Nettleton family's future. I've been wondering what if I tried to do both at the same time?"

Mars looked confused. "Bro, what do you mean?"