Andrius’ expression looked serious when he hung up the call. He strode out of his room and stood before Andrea’s room.Since Wendy left, Andrea had been hiding in her room out of guilt.When she heard someone knocking on the door of her room, she almost darted out of her bed in shock.“Andrea, it’s me. Open the door.” Andrius’ demanding voice came from the door.Andrea did not dare to face him. She pretended to sound ill and said, “I’m not well. Let’s talk some other day…”“If you don’t open the door, I’ll get the key and open it myself.” Andrius did not plan to compromise this time.Andrea got up from her bed and opened the door. “Andrius, what’s so urgent that you…”Andrius stared straight into Andrea’s eyes and asked, “Two and a half million is missing from our company’s account when you worked there. What did you spend this money on?”At first, he thought his sister had bought some luxury goods.After all, it was not a lot of money. Thus, Andrius just turned a blind eye to
Andrius promised to stop Wendy from returning and arresting Wendy if they found her.Those words moved Andrea.If they could arrest Wendy, she would be free from Wendy’s threats.As she pondered, her expression changed.Andrius could see the change in her expression and continued asking, “Has she already escaped from Coast City?”Andrea drooped her eyes and nodded guiltily, not daring to say a word.Getting the answer he wanted, anger shot through Andrius, but he soon suppressed it.“With Wendy’s situation now, she could not have escaped with Byron’s men and the police searching for her. Even with your help, it’s impossible. How did she escape?”A glimpse of hesitation flashed across Andrea’s eyes, and she begged her brother. “Andrius, promise me you’ll tell no one about this, okay? I’ll tell you if you promise me.”Andrius looked at her expressionlessly.“If Byron knows I didn’t tell him about Wendy’s escape, he won’t forgive me! Maybe it might even implicate our family…”A
After learning the truth, Andrius pondered for a long time before finally deciding to be honest with Byron.Otherwise, the Quirke family might end up like the Fuller family if Byron learned the truth from Wendy one day.After deciding, Andrius dialed Byron’s number and called him out for a drink.Byron was in a bad mood and had nowhere to vent his anger. Thus, he agreed to go out.They decided to drink at a bar they had been going to.Andrius had already ordered the wine when Byron arrived and was drinking alone in the private room. He looked as upset as Byron.“Why? Did something happen to the Quinton family again?”Byron sat beside Andrius, took a glass, and poured himself some wine.Andrius pondered how to tell Byron what had happened, and his mind was a mess.Only when Byron’s voice came from beside him did he realize Byron had arrived. He stopped gulping down the wine.After a few seconds, he finished the wine before speaking with a wry smile.“Didn’t you suspect Wendy
Rosalie wanted to pick up the three kids from school daily. She would only be at ease if she did so.The first night, however, she was occupied with her project and had to ask Linda to pick the kids up.Half an hour later, a call came in from Lucian.Rosalie thought Linda had not arrived yet and quickly picked up the call.Lucian’s wary voice came through the other end of the call. “Mommy, can we leave with Miss Linda?”Rosalie was startled for a few seconds before realizing she had told the kids not to leave with anyone except her.However, she did not expect the little ones to be so vigilant.“Yes, I sent Linda to pick you guys up. You can leave with her,” she responded gently.Then, Lucian’s cute voice sounded relieved, and he hung up the call.Rosalie put her phone aside, but guilt gradually overtook her.After all this, and now that Wendy was missing, she was supposed to stay by the kids’ side.However, the research and development of new drugs was an urgent project, an
It was already after eight when Rosalie reached home.When Rosalie entered the house, she saw the three little ones sitting on the sofa side by side as they watched the finance channel on TV. Byron sat with his legs crossed beside them.The three kids were so immersed in the TV show that they did not realize Rosalie was back.“You’re back?”Byron stood up upon hearing the sound at the door and approached her. “I kept some food for you on the table. It’s still warm because I heated it just now. Wash your hands and have some food.”The three little ones soon realized their mommy was back and ran over with their round bellies. “Mommy, Daddy ordered us a delicious meal!”Rosalie looked at their full tummies and Byron, who seemed to be waiting to be praised. It amused her to see them like this.“You are…” Rosalie looked at the man before her.Byron answered readily, “To assure you that I can take good care of them.”Startled, Rosalie felt a strange feeling blooming deep down her up
The three children stayed at Lawrence Manor for the next few days.Using the kids as an excuse, Byron would video call Rosalie to report the kids’ conditions. Moreover, he would ask about her health.Every time the little ones called Rosalie, they looked obedient.Over the weekend, after four days apart from Rosalie, the kids missed her so much that they wanted to meet her.Byron, of course, had the same thought in mind.At noon, Mrs. Zora was preparing lunch. When she saw them preparing to leave, she said, “Sir, are you going to Mrs. Lawrence’s place? Why don’t you leave after I prepare lunch? You can take some for her. Isn’t she busy recently? Bring her some nutritious food to help her replenish her energy.”Byron was about to speak, but the little ones had already dashed into the kitchen.“Grandma Zora, let us help!”Then, they dragged a few stools and stood beside Mrs. Zora.Mrs. Zora smiled upon seeing those cute and serious faces. “Okay. I’ll teach you kids how to cook t
Rosalie glanced at the little ones.The little ones knew what their mommy meant and stared at the food Byron cooked.“It’s okay. I think you guys did a good job by making a nutritious meal with meat and vegetables, especially the okra. I’ve been craving to eat this these days.”With that, Rosalie picked up her cutlery and tasted the dish. However, her face crumpled because the dish was sour.Byron noticed her reaction and tasted it himself. Then, he frowned. “Too much vinegar.”After tasting, he decided they should eat out and started the car again.Rosalie quickly stopped him and said, “I’ve been craving sour food recently. It’s just nice.”Then, she pretended to ask the kids, “Did you cook this dish? You’re indeed Mommy’s babies. You can even guess the food I’m craving for.”The little ones wanted to laugh when they saw their mommy’s reaction, but they had to hold it back. “Daddy cooked it!”Rosalie pretended to be surprised as she looked at Byron.Byron naturally saw throu
Rosalie could see from Byron’s expression that he was displeased. She thought he was still upset about lunch and helplessly tried to comfort him.“I’m glad you guys took the time to prepare lunch for me. Thank you.”Just as she spoke, Byron grabbed her by the waist and kissed her lips.Startled, Rosalie subconsciously looked at the car.She saw the three little ones’ heads popping out of the window.“Mommy! We want a kiss, too!”When she saw them, the kids were not as flustered as before. Instead, they got out of the car happily.Rosalie looked at the calm Byron and the kids, who seemed to be anticipating her kiss. Her shyness dissipated, and she kissed each of the kids.The little ones put their arms around her neck and kissed her on the cheek. “Mommy, take care of yourself!”Rosalie smiled and promised them. Then, she walked back into the research institute after bidding them farewell.Days of working overtime exhaust her. However, she felt energetic again after having lunc