Lahat ng Kabanata ng Mr. Neal, Mrs. Neal's Gone With The Money: Kabanata 1231 - Kabanata 1240

"I asked just to make sure it won't cause any trouble. I don't want to offend Cynthia and Matthew," Hunter explained.Those two individuals seemed indifferent on the surface, showing little interest in anything. However, they could strike back fiercely when their boundaries were crossed, and Hunter did not believe he could handle that."It won't be a problem," Joshua replied succinctly.Meanwhile, the twins, along with Jojo and Ash, were in one room upstairs. Curious about Joshua downstairs, Isabella asked, "Jojo, is the man downstairs your relative?""I'm not sure; I've only been staying at Lloyd's residence recently. He's probably a friend of Dad's, and he's been here for quite a while," Jojo answered truthfully."Okay..." Isabella nodded, not dwelling on it much. She saw Ash finish tidying up and happily join them in the newly constructed playground.As for Isaiah, he never had much interest in such activities. He borrowed a book from Ash and sat nearby, reading.When Joshua

Isaiah was stunned and looked at Joshua with a hint of curiosity. He could not help but wonder who Joshua really was. "Sure thing," Isabella responded quickly.Half an hour later, Isabella and Isaiah changed into clean outfits, looking neat and tidy. As they sat on the couch to rest, Isabella deliberately sat beside Joshua, her face exuding an adorable innocence as she cooed, "Uncle Joshua...""Hmm?" Joshua was extremely indulgent toward her."Can you come to our house later? You've been so nice to me and Isaiah, and I want Mommy and Daddy to thank you." Isabella's large, sparkling eyes held a glint of anticipation.Joshua declined, saying, "No need. It's no big deal.""Huh?" Isaiah sensed that something was off."I'm an adult, and you're kids. Taking care of you is the least I can do, right?" Joshua offered a simple explanation, aware that Isaiah was quite sensitive."Not really. Mommy said no one should expect kindness from others as a matter of course. If someone is kind to

Isabella just wanted to play with Joshua, nothing else. Isaiah pursed his lips, unsure of what to say. If his earlier guesses were correct, Joshua would likely indulge Isabella, pamper her, and cater to her wishes."Daddy and Mommy said that people should work hard for the things and people they love, right? I like Uncle Joshua now, so is it wrong if I want to play with him more?" Isabella said, her voice sweet as honey."No, it's not wrong," Joshua replied."So, are you coming to our house tonight?" Isabella asked again.Joshua remained silent. His hands, previously relaxed on his sides, unconsciously tense. Though he did not show it, Isaiah could tell he was getting nervous and uncomfortable.Isaiah helped him by saying, "It's getting late. Are you sure you'll have time to play with Uncle Joshua?"Isabella pondered for a moment, realizing that she might not have time."Be a good girl and wait until Uncle Joshua has some free time to come see you," Isaiah said, pulling her besi

"Mommy and Daddy are here. Let me introduce you to them," Isabella said, holding Joshua's hand and walking toward them. She continued, "They're as good-looking as you, so you'll definitely get along."Joshua accompanied her outside, feeling a complex mix of emotions. Along the way, he could not help but ask, "Who told you that good-looking people always get along?""Because good-looking people always do," Isabella replied matter-of-factly.Joshua pursed his lips but ultimately did not say anything more.Outside, Cynthia and Matthew were waiting. Seeing Isabella rushing toward them with such excitement, Cynthia turned to Isaiah and asked, "Which Uncle Joshua is Isabella talking about?""Just... Uncle Joshua." Isaiah could not give a proper answer, not because he did not want to say more, but because Joshua had not acknowledged anything before, leaving him unsure of how to introduce him. Although they spent most of the day together, they still did not know the man's surname.Cynthi

"Feel free to ask any questions," Joshua said, his deep, dark eyes filled with focus and seriousness.Unable to shake off her complex emotions, Cynthia asked, "Why do you want to have Isabella as your goddaughter?" Joshua had already anticipated this question and answered, "I want someone to take care of me in my old age."Cynthia and Matthew exchanged puzzled glances, finding this response odd."Don't you plan on getting married and having children?" Cynthia struggled to put her feelings into words."Not at the moment," Joshua replied frankly. Joshua thought he did not manage his previous marriage well, and he did not want to harm anyone else. Most importantly, he had learned a lesson: not to invite someone into his heart until he was fully ready. Even though he could let go of some things now, if something happened to Cynthia one day and he had to choose between Cynthia and his current partner, he might not hesitate to choose Cynthia. In such a case, it was better not to s