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Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 122 Are You Trying to Steal My Mom?
Adela and Dexter had been chatting for a while, catching up on life and reminiscing about the past. Time passed quickly. Dexter told Adela that he hoped she’d find happiness and a life she truly wanted. He wished she wouldn’t live for others but for herself because she deserved so much more.Adela could tell Dexter had let go of his feelings for her. He was talking to her as a friend now.“It’s getting late. I should take Ralph back. His grandmother will start worrying soon.”Dexter stood up, preparing to leave, and Adela followed suit. It was late, and she couldn’t stay here any longer. Ralph had already started yawning outside and didn’t want to leave just yet, glued to the TV with Herbie, watching cartoons.“Ralph, let’s head home!”When Ralph heard his name, he immediately jumped up from the couch and walked over. Herbie glanced back at Dexter. She recognized him—she’d seen him around New York when she was younger. Even though she was just a kid back then, she clearly remembered D
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The lights were still on in the living room of the Norman family home. Sitting on the sofa, Diana supported her chin with her hand, her thoughts drifting. She had originally hesitated about sending Dexter to pick up Ralph from Adela’s, worried that seeing her might stir up old feelings. But then she remembered how Adela had always been a part of Dexter’s life, a regret he had carried for so long. In the end, she hadn’t stopped him. However, as the hours passed, she still felt uneasy. Dexter hadn’t come back yet, and she was beginning to worry.By the time they were on the road, Ralph had already fallen asleep. Dexter had carried him into the house, clearly exhausted from the day’s events. Diana only lifted her head when she heard the door open. Standing up, she walked over to greet them. When she saw Dexter holding the child in his arms, a frown tugged at her lips. She couldn’t help but feel bad for making him go through all this.“Is he asleep?”“Yeah, I’ll carry him upstairs.”Dexte
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 124 A Chance Encounter with Evelyn
Yesterday, Adela had met with Mrs. Walton and Dexter, but today she still decided to visit Layson Norman at the hospital. Although she had been avoiding him, she couldn’t bring herself to be that heartless. However, she didn’t realize that as she arrived at the hospital, a car was pulling away. Sometimes, fate plays its tricks, causing two people to miss each other without them even knowing.“Hello, I’d like to ask which room Layson Norman is in?” Adela asked as she approached the nurse's station. The nurse looked up, a bit surprised, because she knew that Layson’s hospitalization was being kept private. She didn’t know how Adela had found out, and suspicion flickered in her eyes as she studied her.“Hello?” Adela repeated when the nurse didn’t respond immediately. The nurse snapped out of her daze and quickly masked her thoughts, trying to compose herself. Since Layson’s arrival, the entire nursing staff had been quite curious about the VIP room. After all, Layson Norman was a househ
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 125 Chat at the Coffee Shop
The coffee shop was filled with soft, soothing music. The people inside sat quietly, speaking in hushed tones, as if afraid to disturb the serene atmosphere. Adela knew she was being too cold toward Evelyn, but she couldn’t help herself; there was something inside her that made it hard to warm up to her, despite Evelyn’s kindness.“I know you still can’t accept the Walton family right now, and I don’t blame you for that. We all feel guilty for what happened, and we just want you to be happy,” Evelyn suddenly spoke about the Walton family, causing Adela to lower her head.It wasn’t just because she had been abandoned by her family—it was also because everything about that family felt foreign and even frightening to her. After all, if they could leave her behind, then surely there was some reason for it that she wasn’t able to comprehend.“Back then, your mother had to let you go for the sake of the Walton family's survival. After we found out, we all felt guilty for not coming to find
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Adela walked out of the hospital, her steps aimless as she wandered down the street. The sun beat down on her skin, but she didn’t feel its usual sting. Instead, the summer sun seemed almost enchanting, casting a bright light that felt like a good omen amidst the chaos in her heart. She didn’t like the person she was right now—too tangled up in her thoughts, too far from clarity.The weekend streets were crowded, filled with people seizing the chance to relax after a long week. Adela moved through the crowd, her face expressionless, a stark contrast to the lively atmosphere around her. She had originally planned to visit Layson at the hospital, only to find out he had already been discharged. The news left her with mixed feelings—relief and disappointment swirling together in a way she couldn’t quite understand.Earlier, she had spoken with Evelyn. Adela knew Evelyn was a good person, even though their families’ first encounter had been anything but pleasant. Evelyn hadn’t left much o
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-15Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 127 The Invitation
After coaxing Evelyn to take her afternoon nap, Liam Walton found himself thinking about Adela. He had been wanting to arrange a meeting between her, his grandfather, and his father for a while now. However, he knew Adela wasn’t ready for such a sudden encounter. She had barely warmed up to him, let alone the rest of the family. Introducing her to the others felt like pushing her too far, too fast.In the study, Mr. Walton Sr. and Spencer Walton sat together, a rare moment of quiet conversation between the two. Both men were reserved by nature, not ones to express their emotions openly. Over the years, this had led to missed opportunities and lingering regrets.“Spencer, it’s time to let go. Your wife has been gone for so long, and I’m not getting any younger. I don’t have many years left. Think more about the children,” Mr. Walton Sr. said, his voice heavy with emotion.“Dad, I know. But my wife has always been my burden. I’ve thought a lot during my time away, and I’ve come to terms
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-15Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 128 Sparking Envy
In the sleek, monochrome office, Layson Norman sat in his chair, his brows furrowed. The Norman Group had been swamped with work lately, especially with new international collaborations that required his direct involvement. To keep his mind occupied, he buried himself in his tasks. Just then, Barnes walked in, carrying a stack of documents.“Boss, here’s the latest schedule for the company’s upcoming projects,” Barnes said, placing the files on the desk.Layson took them without looking up, but then something occurred to him. He raised his dark eyes, his expression sharp. “How’s the jewelry exhibition coming along?”“Everything’s ready. The pieces you requested for display have been prepared,” Barnes reported promptly. The Norman Group’s jewelry exhibition was more than just a showcase of exquisite designs—it was a high-society networking event. Attendees weren’t just there to admire the jewelry; they were there to make business deals, forge connections, and even scout potential match
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-17Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 129 It Was Her All Along
As Barnes walked into the design department, he immediately drew the attention of everyone in the room. Whispers broke out, and curious glances followed his every move. Even though Layson Norman wasn’t present, Barnes’s appearance alone was enough to spark intrigue. People wondered what business he had at Starry Jewelry.Marah, however, kept her eyes fixed on the elevator doors. She had hoped that if Barnes was here, Layson might be nearby as well. But as the minutes passed, there was no sign of him. Marah had recently overheard at the Norman family home that Layson had been hospitalized after fainting. The news had left her anxious, but she hadn’t mustered the courage to check on him.Lately, Marah had been avoiding the Norman household. Not only was Layson rarely there, but Dexter’s presence also made her uncomfortable. She had used work as an excuse to stay at a hotel, distancing herself from the family. Yet, she couldn’t stop herself from caring about Layson, even if she couldn’t
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Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 238 The Argument
Layson looked at Adela sitting across from him—fresh from a shower, cheeks still flushed pink. Her eyes burned with a bright, piercing light—he couldn’t tell if it was from anger or confusion.Her thick, dark hair hung loosely over her shoulders, the ends softly curled. She looked effortlessly beautiful in her loungewear—there was something so cozy and real about her like this.Layson always knew she was stunning. That’s what drew him to her in the first place. But it wasn’t just her looks. It was her passion, the way her eyes lit up when she talked about jewelry design. She had a fire in her that was rare.He especially liked those quiet nights in the study, when she curled up in his lap and excitedly pointed out the elements of her designs, explaining her inspiration. The joy she radiated when he praised her ideas was irresistible.And this afternoon—watching her speak so animatedly to Carl Rodriguez about her design, her face glowing, the way Carl looked at her like he was entrance
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 237 Confrontation
Adela watched Carl Rodriguez study the designs so seriously that she felt bad interrupting. She just quietly sipped two glasses of juice while waiting.Carl chuckled as he looked over the pages. “Not a coffee fan? I noticed you always order juice.”Her expression tensed slightly. “Yeah, not really into coffee.”That wasn’t true—she actually liked coffee. But now that she was pregnant, she’d intentionally switched to juice.She was still conflicted about the baby.Letting out a quiet sigh, Adela turned her gaze to the window, zoning out again.After nearly an hour, Carl finally nodded. “I’m impressed. Let’s go with this design.”Adela looked up at him, completely confused. You made me wait a whole hour just to say that?“If you’re satisfied, then we’ll move forward,” she said calmly. “The final payment can be sent to the same account as before. If that’s all, I’ll be heading out.”Just as she was about to stand up, Carl unexpectedly placed his hand on hers. His fingers were warm and sm
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 236 The Meeting
Adela was resting her chin on her hands, staring blankly at the design on her screen, her mind still stuck on what Layson said that morning.She couldn’t help wondering—how much did he know?Did he already know about what Marah tried to do to her?Last night, when he had her bowl taken away so suddenly, she didn’t think much of it. But looking back now, it felt completely out of character for him.Layson was someone who grew up in privilege. He had that natural aloofness, elegant and refined. Ever since taking over the company, he became even more calm and composed. Publicly embarrassing someone? Definitely not his style—unless someone touched his bottom line.Did he even have one?Was it... the child she was carrying?As she was spacing out, her phone lit up. A call from an unfamiliar number.She picked up, and a lazy, low-pitched male voice came through, smooth and teasing, “Adela, I’d like to see the design in advance.”There were still two days until the deadline, and Adela had al
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 235 The Ride
Marah made a move to grab Adela’s hand, but Adela casually tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, avoiding her without looking obvious. Marah’s hand just hung there awkwardly in the air.Still smiling sweetly, Marah watched Adela standing in the doorway.Adela stepped aside and walked into the house, calm and composed. “The director was asking about you today—why you haven’t been showing up at work. Something happen?”Ralph had already run down from upstairs and jumped into Adela’s arms. She carried him to the couch and sat down.Marah trailed closely behind, letting out a delicate laugh. “I went on a short trip with a friend—just a weekend getaway. The car broke down and I lost my phone. I called in to report to the director as soon as I got back.”Adela gave her a look. The woman sitting across from her wore an innocent expression with wide eyes and a hint of flirtatious charm at the corners. If not for her unusually pale complexion giving away her real condition, Adela might
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 234 The Visit
Adela thought about it and decided to take Cici’s advice—she needed to get the truth from Lily. She still didn’t really know what happened that night. Layson didn’t talk much, and Barnes had brushed her off, saying he didn’t know.She didn’t tell Layson she was going to see Lily. But she’d overheard Barnes mention she was still being held at the precinct. So, right after work, she and Cici drove over together.A police officer led them toward the holding cells and casually mentioned something strange along the way.“That Lily girl—she left an impression. She admitted to everything and since the victim wasn’t really hurt, the sentence was light, only eight months. But get this—she begged for three years. Isn’t that weird?”Adela and Cici exchanged glances. “Did she lose her mind or something?”Cici clutched Adela’s arm like she expected to find a lunatic behind bars.But when they saw Lily, she actually looked surprisingly normal—none of that wild-eyed mess they’d been imagining. In fa
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 233 Moving Back to the Norman Family Estate
Several teachers rushed in to calm things down. The program director and staff tried to smooth over the tension with the parents. This was the Royal Prep Academy—more upscale than most preschools—where kids were trained in special skill sets.One young teacher nervously explained the whole incident.Apparently, three kids had gotten into a scuffle over something someone said about moms. One little girl had overheard an adult say that Ralph didn’t have a known mother, and she blurted it out today.Ralph insisted he had a mom, but the girl didn’t believe him. That led to arguing. The girl got angry and scratched Ralph first. Ralph instinctively tried to scratch back. Then two of her little friends jumped in to defend her, and suddenly the four kids were all rolling on the floor. By the time teachers stepped in, Ralph already had a big scratch across his cheek.Now, this wasn’t a huge deal—none of the kids were seriously hurt. But it wasn’t a small thing either. Ralph had clear marks on
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 232 The Fight
Adela frowned at Mr. Norman, realizing just how alike he and Layson were—both stubborn and unwilling to listen.After a brief pause, she said, “Mr. Norman, I really don't see any reason for me to move into your family estate.”Mr. Norman's face turned red with anger. “You're carrying Layson's child. That means you must live at the estate. I make the decisions here.”Adela countered, “When I was pregnant with Ralph, no one mentioned moving in.”The two went back and forth, neither willing to back down.Layson, rubbing his temples, sat down on the hospital bed, watching them silently. His presence seemed to dampen their argument, and their voices gradually lowered.“Are you two done?”He smirked, though the smile didn't reach his eyes, as if watching a farce.Once the room quieted, he said, “Let's go to your room, Father.”The caregiver, relieved, quickly wheeled Mr. Norman out.Left alone, Layson pulled Adela close, one hand gripping her chin, the other around her waist. He kissed her
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 231 Overheard
Adela’s first instinct was honestly to get rid of the baby.For one, she and Layson weren’t married yet—she was just his publicly acknowledged girlfriend. And having a child out of wedlock was still something she hadn’t fully come to terms with.She wasn’t ready to go through that kind of thing again.What she feared even more was if Layson decided to propose just because she was pregnant. They were still working through their relationship. Getting married for the baby wasn’t the future she wanted.Layson’s grip on her arm tightened. She looked up at him, her voice barely hiding a trace of sorrow. “Can you just give me a couple of days to think about it?”That one line cut through Layson like a knife.He didn’t understand. Their relationship had been solid. Why was Adela so unwilling to have a child with him? Did it mean she never intended to, even after marriage?That thought hit him like a chain around his neck, tightening with every second.He held her close but didn’t say a word.
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 230 Pregnant
Lily’s mind was all over the place. She stared at the man in front of her, someone who seemed almost god-like, then finally dropped her gaze and whispered, “It wasn’t her who told me to do it.”Even Barnes was shocked.“Lily, seriously? You’re telling me you came up with all that on your own? That’s wild.”He looked at her with exasperation. Honestly, he couldn’t understand what kind of dark magic Marah had over people. First Richard, now Lily—they both let themselves be used like pawns.But Lily spoke again, this time even firmer. “I did everything. It was me alone.”Layson, holding Adela in his arms, didn’t move. He just stared coldly at the woman kneeling on the floor. “Why?”Lily bit back her pain, slowly raised her head, and looked at him with a bitter, broken smile. “Because I was jealous. Why does she get to be by your side? Why won’t you even look at me? I miss you so much, it’s driven me insane. The only way I could see you... was through Adela.”The room fell into heavy sile
