Melody was startled to hear her son refusing decisively.When she realized it, rage overpowered her. “You’re ignoring the six years Wendy spent waiting to marry you so you can date the woman who left you and her daughter! Did you ever think about Estie? Have you thought about the reputation of the Lawrence family?”Melody looked at her son angrily. “The chairman of Lawrence Corporation wants to marry a woman with two kids. That would be a disgrace to the Lawrence family. If others know that Jacobs woman is the daughter-in-law of the Lawrence family, what do you think others will think of us?”She would never allow such a disgraceful thing to happen to the Lawrence family.Byron was displeased to see his mother’s attitude toward Rosalie.However, Melody was his mother, so he did not do anything. All he did was answer coldly, “I don’t care!”Pissed off, Melody shouted, “What are you talking about?! You’re messing with the reputation of the Lawrence family!”Byron lifted his eyebro
Byron felt ironic when he saw his mother suspecting and trusting Wendy at the same time.If she wanted a reason, he did not mind giving her one.Byron said coldly, “Wendy isn’t fit to be Estie’s mom. I’ve given her six years, and she has been taking care of Estie recently, but Estie still refuses to accept her. Estie’s illness became worse under her care. I’ll never risk my daughter’s health.”Melody frowned and looked at Wendy.She knew nothing about Estie.Before this, she thought Wendy and Estie had been getting along very well.She had no idea that was how it was.Even so, Melody was unwilling to accept the woman who had abandoned Estie.“Wendy needs time. Give her a little more time and she’ll get it right!” Melody insisted.Byron did not hide his impatience. “Let her live with Estie any longer and Estie’s condition will only worsen.”Melody was in a dilemma and was not as firm as before. “How would you know if you haven’t tried? Is that Jacobs woman who abandoned Estie
Byron headed back to Lawrence Manor and was in a bad mood.His mother trusted Wendy too much.So much so that she even insulted Rosalie like that.All the way back to the manor, his expression was cold.He received Rosalie’s message when he got out of the car.His mood brightened a little upon seeing Rosalie’s name on it. Then, he tapped open the message.[The children want to go to the amusement park. Do you have the time?]Byron could feel from the text that Rosalie must have been in a dilemma before she sent him this.The kids must have pestered her, and she had no choice.Even so, Byron was in a good mood to receive it. He wanted to tease her.He typed and replied to Rosalie’s message: [Are you inviting me to go out on a date with you?]Meanwhile, the little ones surrounded Rosalie.“Mommy, did Mr. Byron reply?”“Will Mr. Byron go to the amusement park with us? I want to go with him.”Lucian and Nox looked at her longingly.Estelle climbed onto the sofa and leaned ag
It was the weekend, and the kids woke Rosalie up.When she opened the door, she saw that the three little ones were ready to go. They were staring at her excitedly.Rosalie was not awake yet and could not react to why they were dressed up when she saw them.“Mommy, we’re going to the amusement park today!”Nox reminded her when he saw that Rosalie was in a blurred state of mind.Rosalie realized it was the day and asked the little ones, “What time is it?”Nox looked at the smartwatch and said, “It’s already seven o’clock. Mr. Byron said he would be here soon!”Rosalie looked at her nightdress. Flustered, she could only ask for her sons’ help. “Mommy has to wash up. Can you please prepare breakfast?”The little ones smiled at their mother. “Mr. Byron said he’ll take us out to eat!”Rosalie was dumbstruck and quickly went back to her room to change.Not knowing if it was because Byron mentioned the word ‘date’, Rosalie was not satisfied with her makeup no matter how she looked
Seeing the intimacy between the two adults, the little ones looked at each other with smiles on their faces.When the adults approached them, the kids pretended not to see and discussed what they were about to play in the park.Then, they got into the car.Byron took them for breakfast. Only then did they head to the amusement park.When they arrived, the park was crowded.Looking at the park, Rosalie recalled the day she went on the hot spring vacation where she almost lost Nox. It made her feel uneasy.Her thoughts were written on her face.Byron held her hand. “If you’re worried, I can have my men clear this place.”Rosalie snapped out of her worry and shook her head with a smile. “Forget it. The kids won’t enjoy the atmosphere.”Nox knew Rosalie was worried about losing him again. He lifted his wrist and showed her the watch he wore.“Don’t worry, Mommy. We’re all wearing smartwatches! If you can’t find us, give us a call!”Lucian and Nox also promised. “We’ll stay by yo
“I’ll help you explain it to the children if you don’t feel like playing.”Caught in the crowd, Rosalie looked at Byron, who seemed to be trying to adapt. She asked with concern.Byron looked at the kids gently and said, “It’s alright. They like it.”Then, he looked at Rosalie. “Remember to hold my arm if you’re afraid later.”Rosalie was startled when he teased her, and she felt complicated emotions rising, making her lower her head to hide it.Over the years, she had taken Lucian and Nox to amusement parks.The kids had said they wanted to ride the roller coaster, but they never did.Never before had the little ones asked her to take their place.They might not have asked her to do that because they were worried she would be scared.Only today did the kids request something like that. They looked excited about it and not worried at all.Undoubtedly, the little ones felt that Byron would take their place and protect her.Even she felt the same way.Rosalie lifted her head
In the end, the girl accepted the money after Rosalie persuaded her. Then, she deleted Byron’s number in front of Rosalie.Byron lifted his eyebrow silently.Rosalie did not know why at first. Only when she was on the roller coaster did she realize the girl was afraid she would mind another girl having Byron’s number.While she was distracted, the staff member fastened the safety belts and checked them carefully.The roller coaster started slowly.“Come on, Mommy!”“Way to go, Auntie!”From beyond the fence came the shouts of the little ones.Rosalie smiled at the little ones, and she was relaxed.As the ride began to pick up speed and the slope increased, Rosalie began to feel fear.Their seats were in the front row.The people behind her were screaming, but Rosalie felt that her throat was dry, and her heart was leaping out.Just as she felt suffocated, Byron grabbed her hand.Sensing his presence, Rosalie’s heartbeat calmed down, and she felt better.Rosalie subconscio
That was what Byron saw when he was back with the water bottles.The little ones were gathered around Rosalie happily, and Rosalie was smiling.Byron was happy to see them like that, and his gaze softened.The little ones waved happily at him when he came back.Byron strode toward them and distributed the water he bought as he listened to their conversation.“Weren’t you afraid just now?”Suddenly, Rosalie looked at Byron.The kids were looking at him too.Byron lifted his eyebrows confidently. “I’ve done parachuting, and it’s more dangerous than this.”Rosalie was surprised to hear that.She had thought that someone like Byron would not do something adventurous.Lucian’s and Nox’s eyes it up in excitement. They tugged Byron’s clothes and said, “Mr. Byron, take us with you next time!”Byron smiled and agreed without hesitation, “I’ll take you when you’re old enough.”The little boys cheered again.Rosalie was touched to see Byron and the little ones getting along well.S