Catherine's POV
"Hedwig, tell me, what do you want to play?" Blake squatted down and looked at Hedwig tenderly and lovingly. "Daddy, I want to have ice cream!" Hedwig said in a low voice. She secretly glanced at me, worrying that I would say no. "Hedwig, see? There are all sorts of funny things here. We can have tasty food later when we go out. Let's play for a while now, OK?" Blake said. "There's an ice cream stall over there. Daddy, please! I'll just have one!" Hedwig pretended to be pitiful and begged Blake. Blake was helpless. He looked at me with his dark eyes. I sighed. I said, "She can have the smallest one." After getting my permission, Blake stood up and said, "I'll go get it now. Hedwig, wait for daddy!" "Daddy, I will come with you!" Hedwig immediately jumped up and down happily and followed Blake closely. Noah tugged at the corner of my clothes and said, "Stupid Hedwig can eat ice cream. I want one, too!"Catherine's POV My imagination was quite rich, and I rarely went to amusement parks. Right now, I didn't want to be frightened anymore. I would rather admit that I was a coward. "Aren't you scared?" I closed my eyes tightly, my face buried in his shoulder. My legs were pressed against his waist, and I was practically hanging on him. I asked him with frustration. "No!" Blake said only one word in a very low and firm voice. In the next second, I felt Blake's hand on my shoulder. With his arm around me, we quickly walked through the dark corridor in front of us. Although there were still a lot of scenes that frightened me, somehow, I became brave with Blake's arm around me. When we were about to walk out, I quickly twisted my body and broke free from his embrace in an instant. "Mommy, you came out before daddy. Was daddy more scared than you?" As soon as Hedwig saw me, she immediately ran over and asked curiously. "Your m
Catherine's POV The sky gradually darkened. "It's getting dark. Time for us to leave." Blake said in a low voice. "Daddy, why should we leave just because it's getting dark? Look! The lights are on. It's so beautiful." Hedwig didn't want to leave. Blake said to her patiently, "Daddy will take you to dinner now. We can carry on tomorrow." "Why don't we eat around here? I think there'll be some amazing shows later. And we don't come here often." I felt it was a pity to miss such a chance. However, Blake said in a deep voice, "No. It's dangerous when it gets dark. We'd better leave." I heard his worries and nodded at once. "Let's go back to the hotel now." Nothing beat the safety of the kids. Hedwig and Noah were exhausted. They fell asleep in the car. I held Noah in my arms, while Blake held Hedwig. After spending the afternoon with them, we were both a bit tired. After we arrived at the hotel, the two kids
Blake's POV Catherine was like an ostrich, which made me helpless. But I didn't want to force her either. So, I went to wake up Hedwig and Noah, and then the four of us went to the hotel's restaurant. After dinner, Hedwig watched TV, Noah took the laptop, and Catherine sat cross-legged on the bed, working with her laptop. I was supposed to be the busiest one, yet now I had nothing to do. In the end, I chose to sit with Hedwig on the sofa and watch cartoons with her. I patiently explained any questions Hedwig raised, but I couldn't help looking at the woman on the bed in the bedroom. It was soon past eleven o 'clock at night. "Mommy, I want to sleep with Noah tonight. You and daddy should sleep here!" Hedwig ran to Catherine. I was sitting in the living room. After hearing Hedwig's words, I instantly fixed my gaze on Catherine, wanting to know her response. Catherine was shocked. She stared at Hedwig in confusion and as
Blake's POV Hedwig and Noah widened their eyes, waiting for Catherine to nod. "Fine. Hedwig, Mommy promises to sleep with daddy tonight. But you have to give me your word. Don't kick the covers off. Or you will catch a cold tomorrow. Understand?" Catherine finally compromised. Noah patted his chest and promised, "Mommy, don't worry. I'm Hedwig's brother. I will take care of stupid Hedwig." "Yes! Mommy, don't worry. Noah will take care of me!" Hedwig said. I was moved by the two kids. They were growing up. I held Hedwig in my arms and kissed her face. "Let's go. Daddy will carry you to sleep." "Daddy, put me down. I don't need you to carry me. I've grown up! You should stay here with Mommy!" Hedwig said. Noah jumped off the chair and walked over. He held Hedwig's hand and said, "Let's go. I will take you to bed!" "Daddy, remember to lock the door. Otherwise, mommy will flee away!" Before going out, Hedwig reminded me co
Catherine's POV After Hedwig went back, I locked the door, and then I heard Blake. I knew he was lying back on the ground again. "What did you think of what the kids just said?" asked Blake suddenly. "Which part?" I asked. "The things about stepmother and stepfather." I was stunned and said, "Let nature take its course." "What do you mean by that?" There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Blake's voice. "We aren't mates. If you meet your mate in the future, will you reject her?" I said. He suddenly sat up, walked directly to me, and said, "I've been spoiling you too much lately. You're not taking me seriously enough." I felt a sense of danger, and I covered my mouth quickly. "You haven't answered me seriously." Blake stared at me. "What do you want me to answer?" I asked. "Are you intending to find the kids a stepfather?" Blake's tone became inexplicably cold. I tilted my face, looked at the l
Catherine's POV I looked down at the floor and saw that Blake was lying lazily on the floor. He was still sleeping. After a night, his robe was already wrinkled. His strong and impressive long legs were showing, which were full of strength. The muscles of his lower part were bulging out. The sight shocked me. My mind went blank. Blake didn't even cover himself with a quilt. He had no trouble at all exposing each part of himself to me. "Hey!" With just a glance, I grabbed the quilt on my body and threw it at him. Blake was awakened by the quilt that suddenly flew over. He said in a lazy and low voice, "What's wrong?" "Why did you sleep with cover?" I asked. Only then did Blake slightly raise his body and look at it. Then he rose his thin lips, and he smiled charmingly, "This happens to every man in the morning. Did you see it?" "Stop!" I was pissed off. How could he be so cheeky? Blake still smiled,
Catherine's POV Blake stiffened, and he was silent. Seeing that, Noah said disdainfully, "Daddy, is that a no?" "Of course not." "Then why are you hesitating?" asked Noah. "Noah, how about this? I'll put a tenth of my fortune in your mommy's name. What do you think?" "A tenth? Daddy, you're so stingy! Let's go, mommy. Don't marry him!" Noah walked toward me and held my hand. I thought Noah was joking with Blake. Even if Blake did offer me money, I wouldn't take it. "Noah, do you know how much a tenth of my fortune is? It's about 200 million dollars," said Blake. Noah paused and turned to look at Blake. "Is that a lot?" I was stunned by the figure. I subconsciously nodded at Noah. "Yes. It's more than a lot." "I see. Fine. Mommy, do you think that'll do?" Noah asked, blinking. I stroked his cute face and said, "It's too much, Noah. We shouldn't be greedy." "Alright. If mommy said so, then I guess it
Catherine's POV The four of us continued to visit the zoo until lunchtime, and the two kids were tired. Blake held Hedwig, and I held Noah. We walked towards the gate of the zoo slowly. After lunch, Henry reported to Blake that the royal pack had an urgent business that needed Blake. So we rushed to the airport at once. Howard also took Blake's private plane back to Sayreville together with Ash and Rowena. In front of the hotel, I saw Rowena for the first time. Rowena looked at me in surprise. "Are you Ash's mommy? Hello, my name is Hedwig!" Hedwig looked up happily and greeted Rowena. Rowena was shocked. She looked at me, and then she looked at Hedwig. She asked, "Hedwig, whose child are you?" Hedwig pointed to Blake and said, "This is Blake. And this is Catherine. They are seeing each other!" Hedwig instinctively hid the fact that Blake and I were her parents when facing outsiders. I saw that Blake was a
Third Person's POVSunny was enjoying her meal when Leo suddenly tossed his phone in front of her, startling her.She picked up the phone and read the message, her face filled with confusion."Where did this come from? When did I agree to sign with their company?""The news says you verbally agreed," Leo said, his expression darkening.Sunny thought carefully and realized the company name sounded familiar—it was the same company Melissa worked for.Could it be that this news was related to Melissa's visit the other day?Sunny's mind buzzed with panic.Under Leo's intense gaze, she felt a chill run down her spine. Was he suspecting her of betraying him?"Don't be mad. I can explain!" Sunny said hurriedly.Leo didn't respond, but his eyes urged her to start explaining.Sunny recounted the day Melissa had come to see her. Leo let out a cold snort. "They dare to poach someone from me? They must be tired o
Third Person's POV"Nothing," Sunny finally said, deciding not to bring up the topic again.When they arrived at the restaurant—the same private kitchen Leo had taken her to before—the owner greeted them warmly as usual. However, when she saw Sunny following behind Leo, she was visibly surprised."Didn't you two break up?" The owner, being straightforward, asked directly.Sunny's face flushed, and she glanced shyly at Leo beside her.Leo, however, replied lazily, "We're sweet and happy now."The owner immediately burst into laughter. "I see!"Sunny felt even more awkward. What exactly did she "see"?Leo didn't elaborate further, simply asking the owner to quickly serve their favorite dishes.They entered an elegant private dining room. Sunny took off her coat, enjoying the comfortable temperature from the air conditioning. Outside the window, the city lights stretched into a mesmerizing view.Leo casua
Third Person's POV"They said bad words about you!" Leo's face clouded with a layer of gloom.Sunny became even more curious. "They said bad words about me? I haven't even been out.""Those bastards insulted you, so I couldn't stand it and got into a fight with them," Leo recounted the situation of the fight, which left Sunny even more astonished."So, you got into a fight for me? Did you win?" Sunny asked, her heart aching as she looked at his injuries. It didn’t seem like he had won.Leo turned his face slightly, revealing a charming smile. "Win or lose, at least you should know that I'd fight for you."Sunny felt a warm current flow through her heart, sweetening her entire being."Next time something like this happens, don't fight. I don't want you getting hurt for me," Sunny said, her heart feeling sweeter than honey. The thought of him fighting for her was incredibly touching."I don't want to hear those bastards' no
Third Person's POV"What's the matter?" Leo's eyes stiffened slightly, his expression tensing up.Sunny lowered her head, hesitated for two seconds, then took a deep breath as if making a decision."Is my new phone still with you? There's a recording on it that you can listen to. It's from Olivia to me, and I believe it will be helpful to you," Sunny said in a low voice.Leo's expression froze for a moment, and he sneered coldly, "I thought you weren't going to bring this up."Sunny was startled by his words and quickly turned to look at him. "You... you already know?"Leo nodded. "Yes, I do. I found the recording this morning by accident.""Ah, then why didn't you come to confront me? I hid it from you again." Sunny's face turned pale with fear.Leo's face was inscrutable. He then folded his arms across his chest and sat beside her. "I was really angry at first, so angry that I wanted to kill you because you lied to me. But af
Third Person's POVSunny then took a good look at herself from head to toe. 'Oh no, how had me let myself look like a ghost?'"Wait a moment, I'll tidy up!" Sunny said, then ran into her bedroom and shut the door behind her.Leo frowned. Was this woman really planning to give up on herself entirely?Sunny picked out a decent-looking outfit from her wardrobe, washed her face, combed her long hair, and came out again. To her embarrassment, she saw Leo bending down to clean up the snacks on her desk. His noble figure, squatting on the ground with his fingers meticulously picking up the mess, made Sunny feel utterly mortified."Did you live this poorly when you were alone?" Leo asked, his voice dripping with sarcasm as he continued to clean.Sunny quickly rushed over to help, replying in a low voice, "Of course not. I was doing fine before. It's just that I've been in a bad mood these past few days and haven't been tidying up.""Breaking
Third Person's POVSunny had been hiding at home, avoiding the light like a mouse. She felt like she had ruined her life. Everything was a mess. Her dreams, her future—all of it seemed bleak. Maybe Moira and Melissa were right. She wasn't the same person she used to be.The failure of a relationship could truly change someone.Every time Sunny thought about the things Leo had said in the hospital, her head ached, and her heart hurt. The higher she had been lifted, the harder she had fallen. She had learned that lesson the hard way.The sky outside darkened again. Sunny opened a small corner of the curtain and stared blankly at the lights outside.She wondered if she should take advantage of the darkness to go out for a walk.'At this time, no one would recognize me, right?' she thought.Sunny checked her bank account balance and realized it wasn't much. When she was with Leo, she had relied on him for food, clothing, and other e
Third Person's POVWhen Richard saw that Blake didn't want to bring up the past, he was slightly surprised. He had expected Blake to revisit old grievances and hold him accountable.Emerson, with a look of relief, praised Blake. "Blake, you have a generous heart. Let's not dwell on the past anymore. You are uncle and nephew, and you should support each other, not harbor resentment."Blake, mindful of Emerson's feelings, nodded. "We are family, and we shouldn't treat each other like enemies."Richard, however, felt uneasy. He realized that he was increasingly becoming an outsider in the Royal Pack. The affection and importance that Emerson and Patricia placed on Blake far surpassed what they had for him, their own son.He suspected that even his own son, Nick, might feel that he had lost his place in his grandparents' hearts."Richard, you and Emerson haven't seen each other in so long. You must have a lot to talk about. I'll leave you to it,
Third Person's POVCatherine thought for a moment and replied, "It's like the handsome guys you see in cartoons.""Okay! Can you draw it for me now, Mommy?" Hedwig was a girl of action. Once she got an idea, she had to see it through. It was unclear who she had inherited this trait from.Catherine picked up a blank sheet of paper and a pencil, glancing helplessly at the man beside her, who was smirking. He really knew how to give her extra work.Blake leaned down, his lips brushing her ear as he whispered, "Are you really going to draw me?""Mm-hmm, I'll draw a picture of you taking a shower," Catherine said, her smile tinged with mischief.Blake knew she was teasing him. He raised an eyebrow slightly. "Sure, but if you forget how I look, I can give you a live demonstration tonight."Catherine's face flushed instantly. She glared at him, her eyes narrowing.Meanwhile, Noah, who was practicing his writing nearby, overheard their
Third Person's POV"You and Noah came from my belly, not from a box.""Oh, then who put us in your belly? Was it the 'heaven' you mentioned earlier?" Hedwig asked, her big eyes wide with curiosity.Catherine was genuinely stumped this time. She touched her chin, pretending to think deeply. "Uh, well... you'll understand when you grow up. It's not something we can talk about now."She couldn't possibly say that Blake had "put them there." If she did, Hedwig's next question would undoubtedly be, "How did Daddy put us in your belly?" Catherine's head was already spinning at the thought.Patricia walked in carrying a plate of fruit. When she saw Hedwig's paint-smeared face, she burst out laughing. "Oh my, when did we get a little calico cat in the house?""Great-grandma, where's the cat? Can I see it?" Hedwig asked, her face lighting up at the mention of a cat."The little calico cat is you! Look at your face—it's covered in paint!"