Maia frowned as she asked, “You’re not in a good mood?”“That’s right.”“Why are you always so easily jealous?”“Who wouldn’t in the face of his wife’s suitors? “Suitor?” Maia laughed and shook her head as she heard him. “How could Marcus be your enemy? He treats me like a younger sister. He’s very good at crafts and knows I love rabbits. That’s why he sent me those rabbit bags. Not every man is an enemy.” Cedric just smiled at Maia for being so sure about her words. Maia continued to explain, “Moreover, Marcus’s mother doesn’t like me. When Marcus brought me home to play one day, I overheard his mother telling their butler that I don’t behave like a lady. “And that I wasn’t good enough for her son. She wouldn’t have allowed Marcus to hang out with me if not for my mom. Anyway, it doesn’t matter. I don’t like her either. She’s just overthinking, as Marcus had always thought of me as a sister.“She’s also quite a scary woman. She’s very strict with Marcus as well. I remembe
“Right, I was with him the whole time.” Fernando nodded and started to recall what had happened. “I had eaten breakfast and lunch with Mr. Hans. That’s it! It must be it! It’s the box of cream puffs from Treats Galore! Mr. Hans had been asking to get him some cream puffs.“He had even threatened not to have dinner if we didn’t get him some. I had no choice but to send some men to get a box from Treats Galore.” Treats Galore was a famous confectionery store in Prismara City. They were most known for their delicious cream puffs, which were expensive. A single cream puff costs about 10 dollars and only allows customers to buy at least a box of 5. “Ms. Maia, it has got to be the cream puffs! Aside from that, I ate the same foods Mr. Hans had eaten. The only thing that I did not eat was those cream puffs!” Fernando paused and turned to Cedric.“Mr. Cedric, I’m sure that it’s Treats Galore. We must look into them and find out who poisoned the cream puffs. Mr. Hans cannot face any more
Maia blushed a crimson red as she placed his hands on her waist. “The baby misses you. So, we’re here to see you.” Maia didn’t know what to say so she made up a horrible excuse. Cedric smiled at her shy reaction as he kissed her lightly on the cheek. “Are you here to cheer me up?”Maia nodded and asked, “Did it work?”“It’d be better if you did it like this.” He pulled her toward him and kissed her on the mouth. Maia’s face instantly turned red. When Maia recovered from the kiss, she asked, “Did you manage to find anything?”Cedric frowned as he heard her question. “Why don’t you give it a guess?”Maia was taken aback by his question before asking, “W-Was the Fox family involved?” “Yes.”Maia could finally understand why his mood was down today. If the Fox was involved, it probably meant that Lauren was somewhat involved in this incident too. Even though Cedric had refused to acknowledge her as his mother, he would still feel horrible knowing his birth mother had tried t
“Mom was so sad that she could not even eat. She needed to rely on the hospital’s IV drip to survive. It was my father who had stayed with her and taken care of her. That was why she had chosen to marry him.“From the day I was born, I knew she had never loved my father. She had chosen to marry him because of his power and family background. She had wanted to seek revenge.” Eddie paused and sighed.“When James passed away, I saw my mother crying in secret. I’m not sure if that was because she was relieved that she could take her revenge or because she had loved him. I didn’t realize how much she hated him until she laid her hand on you.“But who would’ve guessed you were the son she had missed dearly. As to how you’ve managed to survive, that’s something that only James or Rosa would know.” Eddie shook his head. Cedric sat on the sofa next to them as he listened to Eddie’s story. He said coldly, “How could I prove you’re telling me the truth?”“I promised you that everything I’ve
“It doesn’t matter if he’s my brother or an important guest. You should’ve gotten someone else to give him an umbrella.” Cedric commanded. “Cedric, stop being childish!” Maia was surprised at how easily jealous he was. “You can only give me an umbrella.”Maia laughed and ruffled his hair. “Cedric, as a sugar baby, you should be the one handing me an umbrella. Besides, now I know what kind of present I should prepare for you.” Maia paused before saying, “A T-shirt with ‘I’m always jealous’ written on it!”Cedric smiled and pinched her nose. “This is how much you mean to me.”Maia’s face turned red again. She was defenseless against him being romantic. “When are you planning to give that to me?”“What? Don’t tell me you would really wear it?” “Of course.” He kissed her on the lips and smirked, “I would also give you a T-shirt with ‘I’ve stolen Cedric’s heart!’ written on it.” Maia was rendered speechless by his comment. Before she could respond, Cedric carried her and wa
For Maia, the most painful price undoubtedly came from her own son's disregard and indifference. It's a punishment for her, with her son never acknowledging her, which is the harshest penalty! However, such punishment indeed tormented Maia. But Maia always felt that he wouldn't feel any better."For the sake of avenging her son, she targeted the children of her enemies, making them experience the pain and despair of losing their own flesh and blood. Even though the enemies are dead, she hasn't given up on revenge... It shows how important her son is to her. Eddie is right, she genuinely loves her son, and she truly loves you."Cedric still didn't speak, but the arms embracing her tightened.Maia smiled, and that soft voice echoed again, "I know you harbors resentment towards her, mainly because of me. But... it's okay. I want you to feel a mother's love, to feel family affection, to become warmer."Maia didn't forget what Cedric said to her during the day. He had been punished by R
"Frame-up and shifting blame," he said.Upon hearing these words, Maia's small mouth slightly opened."Are you saying that someone is impersonating the Fox family, trying to frame and blame Laurel? After all, you hate Laurel so much now. As long as someone from the Fox family acts, you will definitely suspect Laurel first... By doing this..."Maia said to this point, and her hands involuntarily tightened the blanket. Her expression also became tense.She continued, "By doing this, it exacerbates the rift between you and your mother, making your relationship worsen to the point where it's irreparable...""This person must know that Laurel is my birth mother.""So..." Maia bit her lower lip. When she released it, her tone became even more nervous. "He must be someone from the Fox family!"Currently, the outside world is not aware that Cedric is Laurel's biological son. Both Laurel and Cedric have kept this information under wraps, and both sides have been careful in their actions,
“They're the typical power couple, dressed all in black, hahaha! Wearing all black, what's so strange about that?”“Mr. Cedric is really handsome, so handsome that my heart, kidney, and lungs are all trembling!”Soon, the two stepped onto the stage, getting ready to take their seats."Be careful," Cedric saw the steps and was especially careful protecting her."Mr. Cedric, am I really that fragile?" Maia looked at the steps and confidently ascended."You are delicate, not weak." His little girl was never weak, once concealing her sharpness, and now it was fully revealed.Hearing Cedric's words, Maia's lips beautifully curled upwards. She looked up at him, her cheeks slightly red, but she was wearing sunglasses and a popular fisherman hat from Barremoon.Reporters were seated below, there was some distance from the stage, so they couldn't see Maia's blushing face. This shy expression was only seen by Cedric, and it was his exclusive view.Cedric gently pressed her hat down while