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
They worked on the experiments until it was eight at night.When they left the lab, Xander looked at the time and suggested, “It’s already late. Why don’t we have dinner since we haven’t met each other for some time?”Rosalie was exhausted and rejected. “Not today. I’m tired.”Xander did not give up and said, “I’ll drive you home, then.”Rosalie could not help thinking of what she had guessed about Xander before and seemed troubled. “Thank you, Young Master Xander, for your kind offer. However, I came by car, and if you drive me back, it would be troublesome for me to get to work tomorrow.”Then, before Xander could persuade her, Rosalie continued, “It’s indeed getting late. Let’s leave.”Xander’s brows furrowed in displeasure as he watched her walk away. He followed behind her.They arrived at the entrance of the research institute.Rosalie was about to get into her car, but Xander suddenly said, “Right! If you have time tomorrow afternoon, please come to Lancer Corporation’s
“Mommy!”The little ones called her warmly when she came in, but they did not run to her as usual. Instead, they were busy packing their toys.Puzzled, Rosalie asked, “What are you doing? If the toys in the manor aren’t enough, I can buy you more. You don’t have to move them back and forth like this.”Nox shook his head seriously. “No, we’re moving in with Daddy. We’re not going to come back.”Rosalie had no idea what they meant by moving in to live with Byron.The kids were already living with Byron. Why would they move their things there?Uneasiness rose in Rosalie, and she stood there, not knowing what to do.She thought the little ones knew Byron was their father and wanted to…“Daddy is upstairs packing your things. Go up and look!” Nox urged her.Rosalie snapped out of her worry and was shocked. “What?”“Don’t you want to live with us, Mommy?”Estelle stopped packing the toys and turned around as she looked at Rosalie with anticipation. “Estie wants to live with Mommy
Rosalie frowned, still thinking it was inappropriate.“I’m not ready...”Byron embraced Rosalie in his arms, and their faces were close. “There is no need to be prepared. I’ll take care of you and the children.”After he made that promise, he kissed Rosalie’s lips, preventing her from rejecting him.After a long time, Rosalie felt she could not catch her breath and struggled to get off his grip. Tears shimmered in her eyes.“I don’t know about you, but I still think...”Byron was displeased because Rosalie thought about the matter even when they kissed, but he did not show it.“I don’t want to put you in a difficult situation, but the kids have been missing you. Wendy is still missing, and I’m worried about you living alone here.”Rosalie knew nothing about Wendy escaping and not being in the city anymore. Thus, Byron calmly lied about it.She was moved upon hearing Byron mentioning the little ones.The little ones missed her, and she missed them.It was just that…With Mel
Meanwhile, trouble was waiting for them at the manor.Mrs. Zora looked awkwardly at the two people sitting on the sofa.Melody asked angrily, “Where’s Byron? I’ve heard he brought the two bastards back to stay in the manor. Is that true?”Benedict, who was sitting beside her, frowned. “Since you’re displeased, talk to your son about it. Rosalie and her kids are outsiders. There’s no need for you to throw your temper at them. The kids are innocent.”Melody calmed down a little upon hearing his voice. “If that Jacobs woman didn’t seduce my son, why would he…”“Do you think Byron is that shallow-minded? And what makes you think Rosalie can mesmerize your son?” Benedict knew he could not change her mind.One was his son, and the other was his wife. They were both his family. Thus, he decided to leave the matter to them and not interfere.Melody did not want to hear his nagging and ordered Mrs. Zora, “Prepare a room for us! We’ll be staying in the manor for the time being.”Mrs. Zor
Byron had yet to mention to her about the wedding.Rosalie was shocked to hear that and looked at the person beside her. She had no idea how she should react to that.The man grabbed her hand that was hanging by the side of her body.Rosalie was startled for a moment before she held his hand.Melody was already pissed off upon hearing her son’s words. She almost passed out when she saw them holding hands.“Estie, come to Grandma.”She could not convince her son, but she could try taking her granddaughter away from them. “Grandma will put you to bed.”Estelle shook her head and grabbed Rosalie’s shirt. She clung onto her mommy and said, “Estie wants to be with Mommy.”Melody took a deep breath and suppressed her anger. “Don’t you want Grandma and Grandpa anymore?”Upon hearing her question, the little girl was a little aggrieved and carefully looked at Daddy and Mommy. “Can’t Estie have Daddy, Mommy, Grandma, and Grandpa?”Everyone was shocked to hear Estelle’s question.Melo