It was just an excuse, and she thought Cedrick would not agree to it. However, he only looked at them with an incomprehensible expression and turned away. …Catelyn started baking after coming back from the mall.Miles cleaned his hands and put on a cute little apron for a toddler. He then stood on a stool, had his sleeves rolled up, and started kneading the dough with Catelyn. He did not have much strength, but his movements were on point. His hands waddled in the big mixing bowl and occasionally stroked the back of Catelyn's hand with his hand that was covered in flour.Catelyn and Miles were spending quality time in the kitchen together.Even though Cedrick was reading the newspaper in the living room, he was attentive to whatever happened in the kitchen. Ollie was so happy, like they were actual mother and son. Finally, it was the crucial step of the kneading. Catelyn was kneading the dough alone, trying to press out all of the air bubbles in the dough.Miles stood qui
Cedrick was speechless."Don't get together with Big Demon. I want to marry you when I grow up!"Cedrick shot a piercing stare at Miles, then said, "Albert, please bring Ollie to class now.""My body is so itchy… Mummy, mummy, can you please scratch for me."Catelyn's heart almost stopped when she heard the word 'mummy'. Her eyes widened in disbelief. Cedrick passed it off as Ollie's wish for Catelyn to be his mother and only frowned slightly. Albert looked at the funny actions of his young master, failing to hide his smile. "Master Cedrick, since Miss Clark is here, and Young Master Ollie is so fond of her. Perhaps… We can take a break from the lesson today and only continue tomorrow?""Why don't you take a break from your meals today and only continue eating tomorrow?"Poot poot poot!Suddenly, three fart sounds broke the silence.It was immediately followed by a pungent smell.Cedrick was the first to smell it because of the place he was standing. Miles deliberately aim
What really happened four years ago?Why did Cedrick take her baby away? How would he respond if he knew that she was Ollie's mother?Knock knock.Someone knocked on the shower screen. "Who's there?" Catelyn yelled in reflex."It's me," Cedrick's deep deductive voice said."One minute!"Catelyn wiped the bubbles off her and put on her new pajamas. She did not have her special drying hat, so she could only wipe her hair dry with the towel. Her half-wet wet hair then drooped over her shoulders.Cedrick leaned against the wall lazily outside the door with one of his legs bent, and he was pinching a cigarette in his fingers. His other hand was playing with the lighter and was about to light his cigarette. He turned and looked when he heard the door open.She stuck her head out of the shower screen, carefully checking.Cedrick took one long look at her, then walked to the tea table and put out his cigarette in the ashtray.He then went to the bar to fill up a glass of water.He
Cedrick blinked.Was she throwing a tantrum?Right when she turned her back against him, he grabbed her and hugged her tight in his arms. "Call my name." Cedrick looked at her stubbornly, refusing to let her go.Catelyn was not concerned at all. After all, she was on her period."...This is too fast for me. I can't call you that."He deliberately misunderstood her meaning and said, using his husky voice, pretending to be confused, "It was you who wanted us to go fast. Now you are complaining about me being too fast? Call my name.""You…"Catelyn's body tensed up. She was half a head shorter than him. She looked up, her lips opened slightly, and bit right onto his chin. Like a little beast, she dug her teeth deep into his skin and said under her breath, "Let me go, you gangster…"The supposed pain only felt like scratches to Cedrick.However, he released her obediently……Catelyn declined Cedrick's offer to blow her hair dry and went into the bathroom alone with the hairdry
Time ticked by slowly. Catelyn was still lying sideways, with her shoulder almost numb. She finally could not resist it anymore and whispered, "Could you move your hand away, please?"There was no response.He was likely asleep.Catelyn's eyes lit up a little, and she asked again tentatively, "Cedrick?"Only silence answered her.Catelyn was relieved that he was finally asleep.She inched away carefully from his arms like a snail. She tried to pry away his hand with small and light actions, trying not to wake him up. She was panting from all the work.After a full two-minute, she finally escaped from his arms and immediately rolled to the right side of the bed.She wished she could be invisible so as not to catch his attention.Unexpectedly, just when she thought she had gotten away safely, another claw reached out to scooch her in again. "Hyperactivity?" His teasing voice sounded, "How could I sleep if you keep on moving around?"Catelyn blushed. She was flustered!He was
"Catelyn?""Yes."The other line went silent for a brief moment.Then, Janice spoke again, "Where are you guys?"Not sure why, even though Janice had tried to reject her numerous times, Catelyn just could not bring herself to dislike her. On the contrary, she somehow found her familiar and loveable. "We are at Mason Estate. Let me get Cedrick to return your call if you have any urgent matters.""Do you know the Mason Estate is where the future Missus Mason will stay?" Janice asked her patiently. Her tone was still calm as ever. However, her underlying meaning was shocking, like a silent bomb!Catelyn stopped breathing. Her heart skipped a beat.Mason Estate is where Missus Mason stays?No wonder when she requested to visit Mason Estate, Cedrick was stunned.Was he under the impression that she was desperate to make things official?"I'm sorry, I did not mean that. I was just…"Janice's temples were pulsing. "No wonder what your intention was. It proves how much he values
The pants were in a similar shade of blue.It was minimalistic but classy."Here, try this. This is something different from what you usually wear. I suppose it will make you look younger."Cedrick's eyes scanned the suit and snickered lightly.Makes him look younger?Did he look old in the first place?He was only a few years older than Jamie!…Nine in the morning, on the hilltop near the mansion, a black Mercedis drove down the road and headed to the humongous premises.Unlike the modern design, the mansion retained the vintage architecture from the last century, something like the Bauhaus house architecture. The building was squarish, and there were guards on shifts at the entrance. Right above the entrance was a gold plate spelling out Mason Chateau. One of the four grandest families in Sapphire City, the chateau stood firm on its solid ground, having braved through decades of glory and history.The butler had long been waiting at the front door. He was a sixty-year-ol
It must be the shameless couple who bullied their daughter!Of course, she had to seek justice for Maia!Grandpa Mason was already over eighty years old, but he was still rather healthy. His face was wrinkled, but he was not weak. There was also no stubble on his face. He held a walking stick in his hand and rarely smiled. He was the most respected person in the Mason family.When Cedrick came in, Grandpa Mason's gaze fixated on him. His face was grim. Cedrick walked in casually and smiled lightly. "Grandpa.""Grandpa?" Draco Mason stomped his walking stick on the ground in anger. "Do you still have any respect left for your grandpa?"Cedrick was not shaken by his grandpa's attitude at all but merely glanced over at Mister and Missus Clark."Mister and Missus Clark, nice to see you today.""Hmph, I am not exactly delighted to be here. We have never been more humiliated." Missus Clark was not pleased. She lifted her tea cup and took a sip, and her gaze lingered on Cedrick throu
Chapter 1943"Just 999 dollars! It will bring you a long, happy life together."The vendor stared at Catelyn with eager eyes, frantically trying to sell his products.Cedrick looked down at Catelyn tenderly and asked, "Do you like it?"Catelyn picked up a charm to take a look, smiling, "It's not bad, but is it too expensive?"The charm was a good symbol. However, it was just casually made, not worth that much. This vendor was clearly trying to rip them off."As long as you like it, it has value."Cedrick raised his chin. Eason immediately handed over 10 hundred-dollar bills.The vendor gazed at the dollar bills with glowing eyes, took them with trembling hands, and chose a perfect charm for Catelyn and Cedrick.Cedrick took the charm and connected Catelyn's hand and his with it.His long, slender fingers moved. Even the slightest movement was very pleasant. Coupled with the romantic atmosphere, it was so beautiful.Joanne got excited as she watched them, clamoring, "I want o
Chapter 1942"Oh my, Evelyn made the shop assistant kneel to put her shoes on? That was too much! Does she think she's a noble princess?""Check out this video. Evelyn framed Mrs. Mason at the mall with a big belly.""Even a beast won't harm its children. Evelyn risked her child's life! How can she be so cruel?""Bah! Mr. Mason is handsome and rich. Evelyn actually cheated on him!""Her lover is too ugly. Evelyn has terrible taste.""Ahhh, Evelyn moaned so lewdly in the video. How can this man compare to Mr. Mason? I want to vomit..."As people online questioned and criticized Evelyn, her reputation completely collapsed, and she quickly became notorious.Cedrick became the victim of this incident.Cedrick sat in the car, looking at the responses on the Internet. He nodded and said, "You did a good job."To create the illusion that Evelyn cheated on Cedrick, Eason used AI technology to change Ralph's face into a stranger's in the videos of Evelyn and him having sex. "Thank
Chapter 1941Evelyn's voice paused, and her eyes were vicious and angry as she questioned hysterically, "But I did everything out of love for you!"Cedrick wanted to laugh. "Thank you, Ms. Swan. Although your love makes me sick, I have kindly prepared a gift for you."Evelyn looked at him in fear and confusion when she saw a familiar figure walk in through the door.The visitor was just as tall, straight, and handsome as Cedrick. It was amazing to see any difference in their appearance."It's you? You're Ralph?" exclaimed Evelyn, her stomach lurching.For so many nights, she had sex with Ralph, the imposter. No wonder the baby she gave birth to was so disgusting too."Little bitch, long time no see. I missed you so much."Ralph grinned and walked toward Evelyn with lustful eyes."Go away! Go away!"Evelyn frantically waved her pillow, trying to repel Ralph, but these attacks were like a kitten's playing in Ralph's eyes.Ralph smiled evilly, dragged Evelyn down from the hospi
Chapter 1940A few seconds later, she tore up the piece of paper regardless and looked at Cedrick with crazy eyes, "I'm your wife! It's Mrs. Mason in name only! All of this is a lie. My daughter is your child! And could only be your child!"Cedrick sneered, his deep eyes icy, "Think what you want, as long as you're happy."His voice was deep, pleasant, and charming, but what he said sent chills down Evelyn's spine.Evelyn looked at him incredulously. The smile on Cedrick's lips became even more fascinating. "There's something I forgot to mention. Are you sure the person you married is me? My wife is Catelyn from the beginning."Previous images flashed through Evelyn's mind. She thought of Cedrick's different attitudes. His passion, his impatience... Scene by scene, frame by frame, it was like a horrible movie, making her shiver."Cedrick, you indeed lied to me..."Evelyn stared at Cedrick with hatred, her eyes paranoid and mad."Even if my child is not yours and I didn't marry
Chapter 1939"I'm satisfied," Cedrick smiled dangerously, his eyes emotional.It was a smile that made Evelyn feel extremely alarmed."Then ... show me the baby."Cedrick looked at Evelyn condescendingly, his deep eyes full of coldness. "Eason."Eason respectfully carried the baby over to the hospital bed. "Mrs. Mason, please."Evelyn took the child in surprise and lifted the swaddling blanket on the baby.Although it was a girl, Evelyn gave birth to her. Naturally, Evelyn loved her.Yet the moment she saw the baby's face, Evelyn's face suddenly changed, and she quickly threw the baby away, leaning down and vomiting."No, it's not my baby! It's not my baby!"'How can she possibly be my child?' The baby was deformed. Her little face was bruised. Her eyes, nose, and mouth were all tightly grown together. She looked extraordinarily horrible..."Mrs. Mason, this is your baby!"Eason nimbly caught the baby that almost fell to the floor and brought it back to Evelyn."Take her a
Chapter 1938"Now, all of you, stop talking nonsense and do your job. We'll have an easy time when she has given birth."The doctor reprimanded and turned to go back to his office.Inside the room, Evelyn scrolled through the videos and news with a bitter smile.These days after she came back, Cedrick visited her every day and was photographed by many reporters and media. Now the news was all about her and Cedrick being in love.Yet only she knew that Cedrick always left soon after he came, never staying longer than fifteen minutes.'Is it really because he's too busy working?'When she thought of Summer and Braylon, who came in and out together affectionately, a glint of jealousy flashed in Evelyn's eyes.If only Cedrick could always stay by her side as Braylon did to Summer.Soon, it was Evelyn's due date."Cedrick, I'm so scared..."Evelyn grabbed Cedrick's sleeve, sweating in pain. "I can't take it anymore. I want a C-section with general anesthesia..."With a cold ligh
Chapter 1937The nurse rushed to support Evelyn.Evelyn looked flustered and headed back to the ward."Has anyone touched my things?"Evelyn came back like a different person. The condescension she had when she first arrived disappeared.'Braylon is no ordinary man. What if he really wants to help Summer get back at me?'Evelyn subconsciously rubbed her belly. She mustn't let anything happen to her child. She called the nurse and said coldly, "Ask the doctor to come here! I suspect someone has poisoned me."The nurse gave her a frightened look and murmured, "Mrs. Mason, how is this possible?""I don't care! Go get the doctor to check everything in the room. I will not allow anyone to hurt my child!" Evelyn yelled in a stern voice as her eyes went crazy.The nurse called the doctor in fear, and the doctor came, checked everything, and said resignedly, "Mrs. Mason, we assure you that everything here is qualified and absolutely free of any harmful substances. You can relax."Eve
Chapter 1936Evelyn nodded with satisfaction and asked with a smile, "Did Cedrick arrange this for me?"Eason thought to himself, 'Mr. Mason has no time for her.' Yet he smiled, "Of course, Mrs. Mason. If there's nothing else, I'll go back now."Evelyn smiled and nodded, "Go ahead. There are so many nurses here. They can take care of me."Cedrick had arranged the best labor and delivery room for Evelyn. Three nurses worked 24-hour shifts, so she would have someone to serve her at any time.Evelyn walked into the glass corridor, looking out at the sunshine and green grass. Suddenly, she saw a familiar figure."Who's that woman on the bench?"Evelyn's eyes went cold as she frowned and asked the young nurse next to her.The young nurse came over and asked with a puzzled look, "Mrs. Mason, which one do you mean?" "The old woman on the bench."A sneer appeared on Evelyn's lips, and her tone was acerbic.The nurse gave Evelyn a surprised look. "This lady is Mrs. Hensley, who live
Chapter 1935Cedrick was silent for a moment, counting the time. Indeed, Evelyn's due date was approaching.The smile on his mouth grew colder as he thought about what was going to happen."I'll have Eason pick you up.""I know you're busy. It's okay to have Eason pick me up, but I want to see you as soon as I get back."Evelyn smiled sweetly, not bothering with these details.As long as Cedrick cared about her, it was the same whoever came to pick her up.Evelyn touched her round belly, and her expectant face gradually became worried.'It's said that a sharp belly predicts a son and that a round belly predicts a daughter. My belly is so round. Will I have a daughter?'Meanwhile, Cedrick hung up the phone, casually threw it to the bedside, lay back down, and pulled the soft Catelyn into his arms.Half asleep, Catelyn heard Evelyn speaking arrogantly on the phone and slumped against Cedrick's chest."Evelyn's coming back?"Cedrick nodded slightly, a little impatient. "She's