Charles was afraid that Jade would blurt something out in anger. He quickly grabbed Martin's hand and said, "Daddy, I'm tired of playing. Let's go home!"Jade, was consumed by anger so she didn't think much about what Charles was trying to do and rejected without hesitation, "Go home? No I promised your mommy that I would take good care of you!"Charles was infuriated by her response and kept signaling to her with his eyes. "I will explain everything to my mommy! Jade, you go back first, or play by yourself. Daddy and I will go back."Jade, slow to react, glared at Martin with anger and turned to leave.Charles felt fortunate that he and Randy were twins with identical faces. He shook Martin's arm and acted spoiled, saying, "Daddy, let's go back! I'm tired."Martin was incensed and didn't notice anything unusual with the child. He prepared to leave with him.Unexpectedly, Ryan grabbed them and wouldn't let them go. "No, since we're here, let's play for a while! I saw several attracti
Martin rubbed his head, "I'm done with the blood draw, now it's your turn! A man keeps his promises!"Charles reluctantly rolled up his sleeves as if he was going to face his death.Afraid that he might be scared, Martin pressed his head against his chest, covering his eyes, gently patting his back with his thick palm, "Don't be afraid, Daddy will be with you all the way."His deep voice, seemingly penetrating Charles’s heart, inexplicably brought comfort to him.Despite being afraid of pain more than anything, when the needle pierced his skin, it didn't hurt at all. His heart and eyes were filled with the father who held him in his arms.After the series of tests were completed, the results were...Everything seemed fine and the doctor's explanation was that Charles had Charles had an upset stomach. He advised applying a hot compress and drinking plenty of hot water. After returning home, Martin personally took care of Charles, applying the hot compress himself and feeding him water
Martin frowned. "What nonsense are you talking about?"Ryan took a deep breath, slowed down his pace and explained word by word,"When Carter and I were on the roller coaster, we saw Patricia holding two children, a girl and a boy. The boy looked exactly like Randy! I swear, I really didn't make a mistake."Martin asked in a deep voice, "Patricia?""Yes, it was Patricia!" Ryan nodded repeatedly.Martin repeated his words, "You're saying you saw her holding Randy and a little girl? When and where?"He was clearly implying that he didn't believe it.Ryan's chest ached with anger. "What I said is true! It happened shortly after you took Randy away, about twenty or thirty meters southeast of the roller coaster."Martin looked at Carter. "Did you see it too?"Carter shook his head. "I didn't see anything!"Compared to their calmness, Ryan was impulsive and impatient."He's nearsighted, for sure he didn't see! If you don't believe it, you can check the surveillance footage!I can assure you,
Charles broke out in a cold sweat down his back. He accelerated his pace, managing to erase Patricia, Randy, and Fannie from the video just seconds before the surveillance was retrieved, as if they had never been in the amusement park.Mission accomplished, Charles breathed a sigh of relief and felt his strength drain from his body, collapsing on the ground.It was really too close just now. They were just a hair's breadth away from disaster.At the same time, across the hall...Martin and Ryan received the surveillance footage sent by Alan.He rushed to the computer and fast-forwarded the video to the spot near the jumping platform.However, after watching it countless times, he couldn't find Patricia and the two children in the crowd, even though the time and location were correct."How is this possible?" Ryan couldn't believe his eyes and rubbed them vigorously.Martin's pupils contracted, his gaze turned cold, and there was a hint of a sinister smile on his lips as he looked at hi
The road was dark.Martin's tall figure was shrouded in the dim streetlight, his face unreadable.Patricia struggled to keep herself calm, and without moving, she stuffed the bag into her purse and slowly turned around with Randy in tow.A powerful chill swept toward her.Although she couldn't see Martin's complexion, she could clearly feel that he was angry.The cold air he was emitting was madly channeled toward her.The emptiness of her heart made Patricia inexplicably nervous, fearing she had been caught, unsure how much Martin had witnessed.She licked her dry lips and tried not to let her voice tremble, "Randy knows I'm back, so he came to pick me up!"Martin strode with broad strides closing the distance between them quickly.As he approached them, the air around him thinned.Patricia's eyes dodged around sheepishly, not daring to look at him directly.Her expression faltered under Martin's gaze, adding another layer to his suspicions. He swept his gaze coldly over her backpack
After making sure Randy was fast asleep, Martin suppressed his restless desires and whispered, "Let's make a promise!""Hmm?" Patricia looked at him puzzled.Martin lowered his voice and said, "Randy doesn't like it when we argue! Parents fighting can cause irreparable pain in a child's heart! Whether you like it or not, I hope that when Randy is present, we can pretend to be a harmonious family."Patricia was well aware of Randy's fragile inner world compared to that of other children.For the sake of their child, she never hesitated not at all and readily agreed to Martin's proposal, "Alright! With Randy around, I'll do my best to control my temper."After speaking, she gently released Randy and prepared to roll over and get off the bed. But Martin grabbed her wrist and said with a speechless tone, "What are you doing?" he asked."Going to sleep in the guest room," Patricia replied.Martin sighed heavily, "Randy doesn't feel secure and he'll definitely wake up at night looking for
Patricia's eyebrow arched with a mocking smile.She had to admit, Debbie's acting was improving by the day.Debbie knew that causing a scene would only drive Martin further away. So, she switched tactics, opting for a softer approach, retreating in order to advance.Randy had no fondness for her, particularly when she wept. He said with a frown and impatience, "My parents have reconciled. Dad confessed his love for Mom last night. Tears won't change his mind; he won't marry you."Randy's words hit Debbie hard. She swayed weakly, her fragile form almost folding, and asked, "Martin, is what Randy said true?"Before Martin could reply, Randy interjected, "Of course it's true! Dad promised we'd be a family again, with them tucking me in every night."The thought of their nightly intimacy was a cold shock to Debbie. Her head spun, and darkness claimed her as she collapsed.Patricia couldn't help but snicker to herself. Such wasted talent in deception.Martin was displeased with Randy's blu
Martin looked thoughtfully at the closed door. Cookies? Tiramisu? Patricia's cooking skills were so good, her desserts must be amazing too.Hmm! He really wanted to taste them."Martin... Martin... Are you listening to me, Martin..." Debbie asked.Martin was lost in his thoughts until Debbie forcefully tugged at his clothes, snapping him back to reality."What... "What?" Martin asked. Debbie pouted, feeling wronged. "I've said so much to you, didn't you hear any of it?" Only then did Martin realize that his thoughts had unknowingly been influenced by Patricia. "What did you just say?" Martin asked."...?" Debbie was frustrated and had no outlet for her anger. She had to suppress it and repeated, "Martin, please don't blame me, okay? It's because I care about you too much that I did something foolish. We've been together for so many years, and if... if you don't want me anymore, I really don't know what to do." Martin wearily pinched the bridge of his nose. "I'm not blaming you!