Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Return: Dad Quest Initiated: Kabanata 261 - Kabanata 270

After that, Sofia showed a painful expression. “Pedro, tell me, who does that woman think she is? You know how important that project is to Javier.” Though Pedro was silent, his expression was solemn. There was also shock in his eyes. Everyone at the Marquez Group knew how important the project at Clence was. Javier spent two months with a few company seniors to get the project. How could he easily let go of that project because of a woman? Was Javier still the son they were proud of? At the thought of that, Pedro couldn’t help but sigh. Finally, as if he had made a decision, he said, “Arrange a time to chat with that woman again. No matter what, we can’t let this go on.” Sofia nodded. She also had the same idea and agreed, “Okay, I won’t be soft on her this time.” She feared that if she did, she might lose the son she was proud of forever.The following afternoon, Claire noticed a significant improvement in her body. Her body had healed rapidly thanks to Patty and Javier’s te

Claire only dared to open her eyes to reveal her vulnerability when she was alone. She eventually drifted off to sleep, and it was already dark outside when she woke up. As she tried to compose herself and adjust her body, she realized someone was lying beside her.Claire observed the person beside her, noticing he remained asleep as she shifted. As she gazed at him, she felt a pang of remorse. Javier must be exhausted, constantly shuttling between the company and the hospital. Despite this, he never complained or let it show. He was always so strong.Sofia’s words hit home. Claire realized that Javier, like everyone else, could feel exhausted and helpless. She had always regarded him as a powerful figure and ignored those facts.Claire shifted her position to face Javier and gazed at him in the dim light. His face was barely discernable, but she focused on his eyes and lips, determined to commit every detail to memory. She knew this might be her last chance to do so.After a restl

Sofia was working in the back garden. She really liked the expensive flowers that Hattie had sent her. As such, she went and planted it herself.Hattie was obedient and intelligent, and she lacked the arrogance that came with being the daughter of a wealthy family. She was planting the flowers with Sofia, giving Sofia the impression that she had found her best friend. It would be ideal if a flawless woman like Hattie could marry into the Marquez family.The Synder family was compatible with the Marquez family, and Sofia had heard that Hattie had always had a crush on Javier.With that in mind, Sofia asked Hattie to stay for dinner after they finished planting the flowers. Naturally, Hattie was happy and obediently said, “It’s my pleasure to have dinner with you, Aunt Sofia.” Sofia was delighted to receive praise, which improved her opinion of Hattie.During dinner, she asked Hattie, “Hattie, you’re not young. Has someone ever caught your attention? You can tell me.”Hattie blush

Without warning, the child let out a piercing scream of astonishment and accused, “You’re the mistress who tempts married men!”Claire was shocked to hear that, and her expression turned grim. She coldly asked, “What are you talking about? Who told you that?” It must have been an adult who told him that. How could a young child know something like that? Ollie overheard someone shaming his mother and rushed over, shouting, “You’re not allowed to say that about my mom! My mom is not that kind of person.” He was on the verge of taking action, and his eyes were filled with anger. Though Claire didn’t look well, she managed to pull him away to avoid any further altercation. Just then, Ollie’s teacher heard the commotion and hurried over. She was surprised to see the kids fighting.At that point, most parents had already departed, leaving only a handful of children to witness the commotion. When the teacher finally arrived, she pulled the child aside and gave Claire an apologetic glanc

Claire had a few suspects in mind. Among them were Chantelle and Angelica, who had been silent for a long time. Claire knew that even though their children had been expelled, they would not give up easily.Claire was aware that the Weiss family had been dealing with many problems recently, and she assumed they were too preoccupied to bother with her. As for Angelica, they didn’t hold a deep grudge against each other, and Chantelle had merely used her. As a result, Claire had ruled out both of them as suspects.One important factor was that neither had authority over Javier’s school. Angelica, after all, was still terrified when her child was expelled. They weren’t powerful enough to touch Ollie.So only one person with such great power was left—Sofia, Javier’s mother. Claire knew it was her, regardless of her ability or motivation. Claire still remembered what Sofia had said to her, and if she didn’t leave, Sofia wouldn’t hesitate to take action against her. Clearly, Sofia didn’t ca