However, Marcus effortlessly scooped Kiana up, swaddled her in a blanket, and escorted her to Matthew's bedroom.

Overjoyed, Matthew began jumping up and down happily.

Once Kiana was tucked in, Matthew promptly slipped beneath the covers.

Meanwhile, Minnie gracefully settled on the pillow. The scene was incredibly harmonious and heartwarming.

Marcus lingered briefly before leaving.

Upon returning to the bedroom, Marcus encountered Melissa emerging from the bathroom. She froze in her tracks, her gaze fixed on the empty bed, her expression reflecting surprise or curiosity.

"Where's Kiana?"

"I took her to Matthew's room."

Marcus remarked casually, "It's good for the kids to bond."

Melissa objected, "Matthew's still very young himself. I doubt he knows how to care for a baby. I'll bring Kiana back."

Melissa made a move towards the door, but Marcus stopped her.

His towering figure obstructed her path as he spoke in a hushed tone, "I'll bring Kiana back later. Matthew's missed her these past few days. Let's wait until he's asleep."

After a moment of contemplation, Melissa relented.

She approached the dresser and retrieved some skincare products.

Marcus trailed behind her, eyeing the golden lotion she'd applied. He picked up the bottle for closer inspection.

He looked at it for a while before gently placing it back in its original position. Melissa was devoted to caring for the children, yet she also prioritized maintaining her own well-being. She wasn't naive enough to believe that love alone could sustain a relationship.

She understood that physical attraction still played a significant role in the dynamic between husband and wife.

Marcus knew that if a woman became too lazy and neglected her appearance, regardless of how much her husband might care for her, the relationship might struggle to withstand the challenges it faced.

Moreover, Melissa cherished Marcus deeply, relishing his attraction to her.

Her skin remained supple.