Adina lowered her head, and her exquisite chin accentuated her perfect jawline under the light.She was wearing a white shirt, and her collar was unbuttoned. It revealed the clavicular line of her collarbone and her fair skin, which was undulating slightly.Duke struggled to look away.Over the past twenty years, his mind had always been clean. Even if a naked woman stood in front of him, he would not be bothered to look at her.But the ridiculous thought of taking Adina’s clothes off invaded his mind at that moment.He thought he was a righteous man, but right then, he finally realized that he was no different from a playboy like Trent.He had just never met a woman whom he was interested in previously.“I’ll help you put on the apron.”Duke took out an apron from the cabinet and helped Adina to put it on.Duke’s musky scent was faintly discernible, and it surrounded Adina like an invisible net.When she first smelled him, she was terrified. But after she got used to it, she
“Daddy, Mommy likes to eat potatoes,” Melody suddenly spoke. She supported her chin with both hands and looked at Duke for a while before she glanced at Adina.Adina suddenly felt embarrassed when her own daughter stared at her like that.Her intention was to look after Harold and George. Why were the children watching her be “in a relationship”?“I washed the potatoes. You can see how they taste.”Duke placed a piece of potato on Adina’s plate.Adina could only lower her head and take a bite of the potato. She felt that all the five people at the table were staring at her.She raised her head before she awkwardly smiled and said, “It’s delicious.”She was the one who cooked it, so obviously it was delicious. Did it have anything to do with this man’s washing?Dinner ended in a lively manner.Adina thought about Alden’s feelings, so she informed them that they were going home.Harold pushed Duke outside. “Daddy, send mommy out. Don’t forget the goodbye kiss.”His voice was j
The piano music resounded in the courtyard.Adina held Alden’s hand and softly said, “Every child should have a father as they grow up. Look at Mel. She has smiled more than she ever has in the last four years now that she has a father figure—”Halfway through her sentence, Alden interrupted her. “So, you’re with Duke because of Mel and me?”When Adina saw the way he was acting, she knew that this child must have reached a dead end again.She stroked his hair. “No, I just find that Duke is really a good person. He’s responsible and caring toward children.”Alden looked down.Duke was a man who had made two women pregnant at the same time. How responsible could he be?How could such a person be good enough to be his and Melody’s father?But he had to admit that Melody had almost recovered from her autism because of Duke.“Mom, I support all your decisions,” Alden slowly said. “I’ll always support you.”…… It was 9.00 pm, and people were coming and going in Sea City’s airport
In the car, Dew kept talking about the changes in Sea City over the last two years, while Mrs. Winters quietly listened to her with an elegant expression. She would ask questions from time to time, and the two of them got along well.Soon, the car stopped in front of the Winters family villa.A servant walked over and respectfully pulled open the car door.Right after Mrs. Winters put one of her legs down, a cool kid rushed over. “Grandma, I miss you so much!”Harold rushed into Mrs. Winters’ arms, and his voice was soft.Mrs. Winters’ cold expression instantly became much gentler. “Hal, you’ve grown taller. You seem chubbier too. Are you finally satisfied with the chefs at home?”Harold was about to talk about the delicious food that Adina prepared when he saw another person step out from the passenger seat.His expression instantly darkened. “Why are you in my house again, you evil witch? Papa Brown, chase her out. I said I don’t want to see her anymore!”He yelled in anger,
Dew’s tears instantly flowed.She covered her lips and sobbed as she said, “The kids have been growing up in the Winters family, and I rarely come over, so it makes sense that they’re not close to me. Aunt Mable, don’t punish Hal anymore. The more he’s punished, the more distant he is from me. I better return to the Daugherty family home. I’ll come back tomorrow to celebrate your birthday.”“Stay,” Mrs. Winters said indifferently.She wanted to see what was going on between Harold and Dew.Dew lowered her head and flashed a prideful smile.It had been four years, and she was finally able to stay overnight in the Winters family villa. It looked like she had taken the right step.Right then, the door of the study on the second floor opened.Duke heard the noise, so he walked downstairs. “Mom, what happened?”He cast an indifferent glance at Dew.Mrs. Winters looked sideways at Duke and stoically asked, “What’s going on with Harold? Has his attitude toward his mother been this te
Did he know something?Did he find out that she had deceived him?What was the consequence of deceiving the CEO of Winters Corporation? She subconsciously shuddered in fear.“Duke, why are you asking her about all this?” Mrs. Winters could not bear the sight and coldly asked, “Aren’t you going too far asking a girl about such matters?”“I suddenly feel unwell. Can I go upstairs and rest first?” Dew lowered her head and asked. “Mr. Brown, bring Dew to the guest room,” Mrs. Winters instructed.While they were on their way earlier, Mr. Brown already knew that Dew would stay overnight in the Winters family villa, so he had gotten the servants to prepare the room. When he heard the request, he took Dew’s luggage and led her upstairs.After Dew entered the room, Mrs. Winters casually said, “It’s been a year since we last met. Sit down. Let’s talk for a while.”Duke sat down on the couch across from her.“I’ve been observing Dew over the past three days. Compared with four years ago
Mrs. Winters wore a dark purple dress, which made her look more noble and indisputable. “Aunt Mabel, you look at least ten years young in this outfit.”Dew stood at the side while she complimented Mrs. Winters.Anyone would enjoy receiving compliments, especially an aging woman.Mrs. Winters flashed her a smile and nonchalantly said, “You look very beautiful today as well. You look like a lady.”While the two of them spoke, someone pushed the room door open. A few relatives of the Winters family walked in together. “Mabel, it’s been a few years since we last met. How is it that you look much younger now? I’m three years younger than you, but I look ten years older than you.”Mrs. Winters’ smile became brighter. “Alright, stop flattering me. The banquet hasn’t even started yet. Please have a seat in the lounge for a moment.”The makeup artist was still doing Mrs. Winters’ hair, so her relatives sat at the side and started chatting. While they chatted, the women discreetly glance
“Duke, you and Dew go out and welcome the guests,” Mrs. Winters said nonchalantly.Dew felt happy. She took the chance to walk over and stand beside Duke. She was even bold enough to hold Duke’s arm. She smiled coquettishly and said, “Duke, let me go to the entrance with you.”Duke coldly moved his arm out of her grip, and he appeared unhappy.He did not want to invite Dew to his mother’s birthday party, but his mother had personally invited Dew instead. Hence, it was not appropriate for him to kick her out.“I can handle it myself,” he said with a straight face.He turned around and left.Would Dew miss such a great opportunity?Most of the guests today were relatives of the Winters family. She had to let those relatives know that she would become the mistress of the Winters family.She lifted the hem of her dress and quickly tried to keep up with Duke.As soon as the two of them left, the surprised ladies at the side asked, “Mabel, is this Ms. Daugherty the daughter-in-law y