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
“Mommy, I miss you so much!”Harold rushed into Adina’s arms. He climbed onto her body before he kissed Adina on the cheek.Adina’s cheek was full of his drool. She helplessly put Harold on the floor, bent down, and softly said, “It’s okay for you to call me ‘Mommy’ only when a few of us are around. There are so many guests today. Hal, can you be a good boy and call me ‘Aunt Adina’ this time?”Harold felt regretful, but he obediently said, “Okay, Aunt Adina.”Melody got out of the car, and as soon as Mr. Brown put the girl down, she immediately rushed into Duke’s arms.The man carried the girl in his strong arms and softly asked, “Did you miss me?”Melody hugged Duke’s neck shyly and whispered into his ear, “I missed you, Daddy.”Duke’s cold and hard heart instantly melted.How great would it be if she were his biological daughter?“Uncle Duke.”Alden walked over and greeted Duke indifferently.George, who was a few steps away from them, also walked over.He raised his head
Dew lost her cool as she grabbed Harold’s hand and dragged him over with great force.Adina was afraid of hurting Harold if she pulled him back, so she directly let go of him.Let go of me, evil witch!” Harold kicked and stepped on Dew’s dress with his leather shoes. He instantly left a footprint on her pink velvet dress.Dew was furious.She grabbed Harold’s arm and refused to let go.“If you want to go crazy, go back to the Daugherty family home.” Duke’s cold voice was heard. “Mr. Brown, send our guest away!”Luckily, other guests had not arrived at the mansion, so not many people witnessed the out-of-control scene.Mr. Brown walked over respectfully. “Ms. Daugherty, this way please.”Dew instantly snapped out of her daze as if a bowl of cold water had been poured onto her head. “No, I’m not leaving.”She grabbed George’s hand, as though he was her last straw. “George, please don’t let your dad chase me out. I can’t leave. I’m very cold. Can you please let me go inside and r