The father would usually have to consent if his child were to take after the mother's last name. In most cases, the father might not agree.However, Sebastian Brenand brought this up when the thought didn't even cross Rachel Wood's mind, so she was surprised but understood his reasons behind the suggestion.She knew it was because he was thoroughly disappointed by his parents and no longer wanted to extend his family’s bloodline.“The Brenand family doesn’t deserve a child with its surname or someone as kind as you,” Sebastian said. “That’s why you must listen to me on this matter.”“Have you thought it through? There's no going back if your parents find out about this,” Rachel replied with uncertainty.“Hah! I never thought about going back," he sneered. "Besides, it’s my decision to make. What’s wrong with that?”She refrained from arguing further after seeing how determined he seemed.“What do you think we should name our child? How about Mandy, if it’s a girl? It sounds love
Rachel Wood couldn’t help but roll her eyes at Sebastian Brenand. “It honestly isn’t necessary.”“It is necessary. Listen to me, all right?” Sebastian insisted, making her nod helplessly.He was more stubborn than anyone she knew. Once he’d made up his mind, nobody could convince him otherwise.She wouldn’t bother changing his mind on such small matters, so she let him have his way.“Sebastian, I think I’ll turn into a pig in three months if that’s the case,” she whined.“Why would that happen?”“I don’t even have to lift a finger to get anything I need. You’ll regret it when the time comes,” she answered.He had carried her into the bedroom and carefully lowered her on the bed by then.After that, he went down on one knee to gently remove her slippers before helping her to lie down.Although the temperature was just right in the room, he still pulled a thin duvet over her, making her feel even more like a baby.“Why would I regret it, hmm?” he murmured.“I won't look attrac
Rachel Wood was happy, too.The baby’s arrival healed all the scars in her heart and made her feel at peace.There was a feeling of satisfaction whenever she thought about becoming a mother.The thought of a new life in her belly, belonging to her and Sebastian Brenand, made her heart melt.“I will work harder in the future. Whatever other people have, I must make sure my wife and child have it, too,” Sebastian declared.“Also, let’s try our best to keep your pregnancy a secret. Be more careful every day, as well. I’m worried my terrible parents might do something to you,” he added.Sebastian’s parents sold Rachel to a rural village in the mountains in an attempt to separate them.What else weren't they capable of doing?In his eyes, his parents were no less evil than the devil himself.“I will ask Stephen Harris to keep it a secret. I trust him. He’s never been the kind to spill secrets,” he went on.Rachel nodded in agreement. Everything he said was right.One shouldn’t
“Freedom is important to me, but you and our child are even more important. As long as we can be together, I’m willing to give up the freedom I’ve always yearned for,” Rachel Wood said.Sebastian Brenand felt very touched when he heard that.He hugged her tightly. “Thank you, Rachel. You’re such a kind and understanding person.“Do you have any idea how lucky I am to meet someone so gentle, pretty, and kind like you? You’ve helped me get rid of a lot of my bad habits.“Through you, I finally understand what it means to love and what a real family should be,” he expressed thoughtfully with a somber expression.“What about my parents? Should we tell them?” she wondered.“It’s up to you, but it’s better if we don’t, to be honest. That’s the safest option,” he answered.It made sense, so she agreed with a nod. “Then we won’t tell them. Once the baby is born, we’ll surprise them with news that they’ve become grandparents.”Sebastian felt his heart melting at her words. With a wife l
“I heard you live along Cape Road, right?" Selena Underwood asked. "I live there, too. Listen, my car broke down. I know this might sound bothersome, but could you give me a ride home after work?”Sebastian Brenand immediately figured out her intention when he heard her.She was trying to seduce him.She might be pretty, but the method she used was unacceptable.It was the shadiest move he had ever seen.“Then why did you ask if you know it’s bothersome?” he replied coldly. His eyes never shifted away from the folder in front of him.Selena never expected he would respond to her like this.She was an attractive woman, after all.She could get any man she wanted if she took the first step.Would Sebastian be the first man to resist her?She refused to believe it.All men loved pretty women.“I’m sorry for the sudden request, Mr. Brenand, but since it’s on your way and I’ve already asked, why don’t you-?”“Since you already know it’s sudden, then get out,” he interjected, cu
“No,” Sebastian Brenand replied.He never once looked up at Selena Underwood throughout the entire conversation.She felt even more confused. “Tell me why.”“It’s because I’m married. There’s only room for one woman in my heart,” he answered.“Is she pretty?”“Of course. She’s a hundred times prettier than you,” he said curtly.“I don’t believe that,” she scoffed. She had never seen a woman who was prettier than her.Even though she had never met Sebastian’s wife, she envied her for having a husband like him.“I don’t care if you believe me or not. If you don’t leave, I’m calling security and that won’t look good for you,” he threatened, wanting to end this conversation once and for all.Selena didn’t dare linger any longer after hearing that. She took a long inhale before directly turning around to leave.He began focusing on his work with a blank expression, pushing away any thoughts of what happened earlier from his mind.Although the woman was attractive, nobody could
When Sebastian Brenand saw the call, he immediately picked up. He then leaned lazily against his chair. “What is it, Stanley? Did you miss me?”“We haven’t met up in a while. Let’s have dinner tonight at seven o’clock. Take Rachel with you. We’ll be dining at Room 808 in Palace Hotel,” Stanley Batton said.Sebastian would have directly agreed when his friend extended an invite like this in the past.However, he didn’t hesitate at all to reject him today. “Sorry, but I can’t make it. I’ve been so busy lately that I only have time to spend with my wife at night. That’s what I'll be doing after work.“I'll take a raincheck and meet up with you guys some other time, okay? I’ll go to your office and drink with you another day if you missed me that much,” he suggested with a laugh.“You know I don’t drink during office hours,” his friend replied drily.“In that case, I’ll drink while you watch me.”“Fine, whatever you want,” Stanley agreed before quickly hanging up.Sebastian set his
Sebastian Brenand’s mother was furious to hear his reply.She felt like she had raised a rebel.How could he act this way, knowing that his father was in a critical condition?She clenched her fists tightly and glared at her son. “Don’t you care about your father at all? Aren’t you the least bit worried about him? Are you under that woman’s control? You don’t love anyone else apart from her, do you?”Sebastian couldn’t help but chuckle a little. “Yes. Congratulations, you’ve answered correctly. I don’t love anyone else apart from Rachel.“Whether my father lives or dies has nothing to do with me anymore. Didn’t I already tell you that nothing about you two concerns me anymore? You’re no longer my parents, and I’m no longer your son.“Our relationship was bound to end badly from the moment you did those things to Rachel,” he told her coldly, meaning every word he said.He would never forgive his parents.Having Rachel was enough.He couldn’t care less about everyone else.He w