Mag-log inTania and Liam glared at Zachary. As the protective grandfather that he was, Liam gave Zachary a warning. “Zachary, don’t you dare lay a finger on my grandson, or we’ll see about that.’” Zachary protested, “I never said that, Dad.”“I don’t care what was said. I’ll hit you if you ever hurt my grandson.” Zachary uttered, “Woe is me. Where are my grandparents when I need them?” Liam was lost for words. Back when his parents were alive, Liam and Tania would get the brunt of it for raising their voices at Zachary. He guessed grandparents and grandchildren shared a special bond. “I was joking, Gramps. Dad said nothing about harming me.” Heath was quick to smooth things over. “But it’s true that Dad can’t stand me.” “Hey, I don’t mind you at all, so long as you stop hogging your mother. It’s time for you to settle down and get your own wife. Yet, you’re a total mama’s boy. Careful, you might just stay single forever.” Heath chuckled. “I am Mom’s Lil’ Bun.” As Zachary and Hea
Sonny said, “Just keep it casual. The meals at your place are already pretty lavish, Aunt Seren.” Since he could remember, Serenity pulled every dinner like it was a feast. As Serenity had a big family, the dinner table was always packed with food. For a typical small family, two main courses with dessert were more than enough. “I’ll handle everything. Just bring your appetite. Enjoy your breakfast with them both. I should grab a bite too.” “Alright.” After the call, Serenity took out a pen and paper, getting straight to planning the menu. With Serenity scribbling away, Heath came downstairs and leaned closer. He asked, “What are you writing, Mom? Is Sonny bringing guests around later? When are they coming? Should I go over and pick them up?” Serenity did not even lift her head. “I’m putting together what we’ll have for lunch. I’m expanding the menu because we have guests. If you’re bored, you can head over to the hotel and bring them here.” Heath glanced at the menu a
There was just something about Everly. Everly said with a smile, “You flatter me, Mr. Brown. The dress is beautiful, but I know where I stand in terms of looks.” Sonny looked at her and said earnestly, “Ms. Flemming, I never lie. I mean every word.” Everly grinned, thinking Sonny was just being polite because she was his guest. “I promised your aunt that I’d wear this dress for her today. “Your aunt has good taste.” “That’s true. Aunt Serenity has an eye for things. Old Mr. Flemming, did you sleep well last night?” Sonny led Kaden and Everly downstairs. In fact, they could just dine in the presidential suite, but Sonny was not one to go for entitlement. As a guest, he would dine at the restaurant like anyone else. He always felt that food tasted better in a lively crowd. At least, he would get a better appetite. “I enjoyed some peace and quiet in the room. I slept well.” Kaden was pleased with his trip to Wiltspoon. The partnership and contract were done and out
Everly said, “I’m busy meeting with clients on the weekends as well. Putting on a suit is just a force of habit for me.” Her wardrobe was packed with women’s business suits. She did not have a lot of loungewear, let alone dresses. Maddie often nagged Everly about lacking a feminine touch. At the time, there were times when she wished that Everly were a boy. Everly had lived with it her whole life and had long since become numb.Kaden stopped talking, his eyes reflecting his heartache for her. If his son had not tragically died so young, he and Maddie would have more children. At least, Everly would not be left to shoulder the family business all on her own. Kaden probably would be blessed with more grandchildren if his son were still alive. Maddie loved kids, and she and her late husband used to talk about having a big family of boys and girls. The Flemmings had always been small in number. Kaden had always hoped his son and Maddie could have more kids. He and his son we
The top floor of Wiltspoon Hotel overlooked the York Corporation building.The building stood like a beacon in the heart of downtown, a fixture for decades that sustained over a hundred thousand livelihoods in the local area.Everly stood for a moment before turning away from the window. She went into the bathroom to wash up.The clothes she had washed the night before were dry. Out of the bathroom, Everly grabbed the dress in hesitation. In the end, she decided to put it on. It had been over two decades since she was caught dead in a dress. Summer in Wiltspoon was scorching, so a dress would be a comfortable choice. Serenity mentioned that Everly should ditch the power suits since she was not working the next two days. Her comfort should come first. Wiltspoonians did not dress to please anyone but themselves. It was all about practicality and comfort. Beep.The phone notification went off. Holding the dress in one hand, Everly took her phone and saw a text message from
“Whether it’s Mr. York or Mr. Brown, I don’t see them romantically. Stop trying to play matchmaker, Grandpa.” Everly had always been rational when it came to matters of the heart. “It’s late, Grandpa. You should get some sleep. Mr. Brown is joining us for breakfast in the morning. He’ll then take us to Wildridge Manor.” Everly urged Kaden to rest before the latter could nag more about potential husbands for her. Since her twenty-fifth birthday, Kaden would mention any guy who was considered a catch. He could not look at a young man without sizing him up for her. “I’m just worried about you. I hope to find you a man before my time comes. If I can do that, I can rest easy.” Everly said in resignation, “We’ve been over this, Grandpa. Marriage is not something I want to think about. I don’t want a husband to join our family. I promised you that I would have children, so our family legacy doesn’t end with me.“I’m not the best in the world, Grandpa. I doubt anyone would be inte
Audrey was silent throughout the journey to the company. No one knew what she was thinking.Alice was a little worried that her mother-in-law would do something to Serenity because of Elisa.After all, as a niece, Serenity’s relationship with Audrey did not run that deep. Audrey would naturally favor
After witnessing her sister and Hank getting to know each other, falling in love, and then ending up in such an ugly divorce, Serenity felt that it was better to rely on herself than on others. Even if he was someone she shared a bed with, she could not be completely dependent on him.That was becaus
After a phone conversation with her sister, Serenity felt a lot better. She stood up and got out of the bath. Her darling husband had thoughtfully left a change of clothes for her before she went into the tub. Ten minutes later, Serenity went down the stairs. All was quiet downstairs. Serenity thoug
“Chelsea said she’s having problems at work. I wonder what happened. I thought she was doing well. What changed?” Mrs. Brown mumbled as she swiftly tapped the call button to connect to her daughter. During the call, Chelsea restlessly uttered, “I don’t know what’s going on, Mom. I have a feeling the







