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Genius Kids' Scheme Claiming Daddy's Billionaire Empire novel Chapter 106

Chapter 106

So there I was, Brandon leaned forward, voice dropping for dramat effect, dead last after that nightmare pit stop. My team screaming in my ear about dropping tire pressure, two laps behind with only fifteen to go.

Lucas’s mouth fell open. What did you do?

Brandon’s heart melted at the rapt attention from these kidsIrene’s kids. Their wide eyes fixed on him like he was unveiling the secrets of the universe.

I did what any good racer does when the rulebook fails,he grinned. I threw it out the window.

The hospital room felt warmer than it had since Brandon’s accident. Not the rush of adrenaline from racing at breakneck speeds, but something cozierlike that first perfect sip of coffee in the morning hat just hits right.

Henry snorted from his spot by the window. Threw it out? You practically set it on fire. I thought the team director was going to pass out when you radioed in about Plan X.

What’s Plan X?Alex scooted closer, nearly vibrating with excitement.

It wasn’t even real,Henry laughed. The entire team was frantically flipping through strategy books while Brandon justwinged

it.”

As Brandon wrapped up his againstallodds victory tale, the triplets stared at him with pure awe. Lily’s gaze drifted to his bandaged legs, her bottom lip tucking between her teeth.

Does it hurt?she asked, her voice tiny. Can you still drive fast cars after?

Brandon felt a tug in his chest. It wasn’t just her question it was the real concern in those big eyes of hers.

Your mom’s helping me heal,he replied, surprised by how natural uncle modewas starting to feel. So I’m betting on a

comeback.

He glanced at the clock, suddenly reluctant to let them go. Hey, it’s almost dinner time. You guys promised to eat with me tonight,

remember?

Yes!Alex and Lucas shouted, pumping their fists.

Lily tugged Joseph’s sleeve. Can we stay with Second Uncle? Pleeeease?

Joseph’s face crinkled with delight. Of course! That’s what family doesspends time together.

The triplets exchanged their secret spymovie glances and tiny smiles. Mission accomplishedMom and Uncle Adam would be all alone at home!

I’ll sort out the food, Henry offered. What are we thinking?

Cheeseburgers!Lucas yelled, jumping up.

And ice cream!Lily added, twirling in excitement.

Pizza with extra cheese!Alex chimed in, not about to be outdone.

Brandon’s eyebrows shot up. His racing reflexes kicked in faster than his brainhe was already shaking his head before he’d fully processed why. Whoa, timeout, guys.

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The thought of Irene’s face if the found out he’d fed her kids junk food made him break into a cold sweat. She’d probably wheel him straight out the window, hospital bed and all.

The triplets deflated like punctured balloons.

But I haven’t had a burger in likea bazillion days, Lucas whined, flopping dramatically onto the chair.

Lily’s shoulders slumped. Mommy says dinners need to be healthy healthy. She sighed with all the weight of someone who’d never tasted freedom.

Brandon caught himself almost caving at those puppydog eyes. Weirdhe’d faced down sponsors and team owners without flinching, but these minihumans had him wrapped around their fingers in under an hour.

There’s this place with healthy food that actually tastes good,he offered, feeling strangely parental. Not kiddingHenry and I have been eating it without complaining once.

Like someone had flipped a switch, all three perked right up.

As good as chicken nuggets?Lucas asked skeptically.

Trust me, Henry nodded. Plus, your mom would kill us all if we went offdiet.

The triplets huddled together for their silentcommunication thing. Fine, healthy stuff,they agreed with matching sighs. For Greatgrandfather’s tummy.

Brandon couldn’t help but stare. Three kids denied their dream menu, and not one tantrum.

My sister runs a tight ship,he murmured to Henry. These kids have better manners than most adults I know.

Henry nodded. Dr. Sterling doesn’t mess around when it comes to them.

We should tell Mom,Alex said, always the practical one.

Joseph pulled out his phone. I’ll call her. You three keep your uncle company.

He dialed Irene, explaining their dinner plans in quick sentences.

Got it,came Irene’s reply. Need James later?

We’ll figure that out as we go,Joseph told her. The kids are having a blast.

Back at Irene’s villa, dinner was just being served when her phone rang. She answered it quickly, exchanged a few words, then set it

down.

The kids and Grandfather are staying at the hospital for dinner,she explained, spooning food onto plates. Brandon’s racing stories

have them hooked.

Should I go get them?Thomas asked.

No need. James will handle it.She continued serving without missing a beat.

Thomas froze, fork suspended midair. His brain caught up with what this meantjust the three of them for dinner. Somehow the air feltdifferent.

His imagination betrayed him with a montage of romantic movie scenes. Adam and Dr. Sterling sitting opposite each other with

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