Chapter 877
Time seemed to stand still before Elliot finally broke the silence:
“Stop it, guys. You’re gonna scare the little one into tears if she sees you fighting p>
The two men, previously locked in a fierce battle, paused at his words.
Elliot had a way with words, hitting right where it hurt.
A scuffle between them was one thing, but upsetting the little one? Now that was a serious matter.
Both Tarquin and Keith were fond of the little one and ceased their fighting.
They sat down on the couch, a coffee table between them, panting and glaring at each other, sweat dripping down their faces.
Elliot looked from his own father to Keith, biting his lip.
No bias here, but both men were schemers!
They fought ferociously yet neither had a scratch on their face. Clearly, they were avoiding facial hits, probably fearing the little one would feel sorry for the injured party and resent the attacker.
So they aimed for places out of sight!
Neither wanted to be blamed by the little one!
Elliot brought them some iced tea, “Here, drink some tea and cool off p>
After a long journey and then jumping straight into a fight, they indeed were thirsty.
Grabbing their cups, they took a sip.
The iced tea did its job, calming them down.
Tarquin was the first to break the silence,
“My little girl belongs with me, Tarquin. I won’t let you take her away again p>
Keith snapped back instantly, “She’s been under my care since she was born. What right do you have to claim her p>
Tarquin clenched his teeth, “Do you think if it weren’t for your proper care, you’d be standing here arguing with me? That’s called stealing!” Keith couldn’t deny his affection for the little one.
But that wouldn’t make him hand over his daughter, not even to Keith!
Firstly, a person blinded by hatred would eventually be consumed by it. With Keith, the little one’s future would be fraught with danger.
Secondly, even if Keith was a decent man, Tarquin wouldn’t hand over his daughter.
She was his flesh and blood, his precious little girl. How could he possibly give her away?
Keith, furious, retorted, “I’m taking her with me, whether you like it or not p>
Tarquin’s face darkened, “Just try p>
The conversation was far from peaceful, tension rising once again. Elliot intervened,
“Keith, the safest place for the little one is with us right now. It’s not suitable for you to take her away, at least not until those people are dealt with. You shouldn’t even think about taking her p>
Keith frowned, and Elliot continued,
“The people who tried to snatch her from your place today were professionals, outnumbering and overpowering her bodyguards. If we hadn’t arrived in time, they would have taken her.
Do you really believe she would be safer with them or here with us p>
Keith remained silent.
Elliot added, “If they attempted once, they’ll do it again. But they wouldn’t dare confront me directly. For now, this is the safest place for her.
Plus, with her not by your side, you can focus on dealing with those people. Once the threat is eliminated, then you can reconsider her situation p>
Keith’s brows were furrowed, his reluctance evident, but Elliot’s logic was sound.
Whether he liked it or not, the little one was indeed safest with Tarquin at the moment.
Here, she was not only safe but happy.
She had her mom and brothers, whom she adored.
And with Elysia and Elliot doting on her, Keith had no worries about her well-being.
The only thorn in his side was Tarquin’s presence!
He didn’t want the little one having any contact with Tarquin!
Seeing Keith’s silence, Elliot knew his words had made an impact and asked,
“Do you know who was behind today’s attempt to take her p>
Keith’s expression tightened, a clear sign he knew something.
But all he said was, “I’ll deal with them p>