Chapter 270

At six o’clock, Cole returned home to find Jason lounging comfortably in the living room with little Isaac nestled in his arms. “Hey, look who’s here.” Cole said with a jovial grin.

“Hi,” Jason greeted.

Cole didn’t wear his emotions on his face like Autumn did. The way he interacted with Jason remained the same as it was before. From the corner sofa, Estrella’s peripheral vision occasionally swept over Cole, gauging his mood with a watchful eye.

When Autumn called them to dinner, Estrella set down the Lego bricks that Isaac had been playing with and scooped up the little boy to head over, with Jason and Cole following close behind.

“Don’t be shy, Jason. Make yourself at home,” Autumn urged him warmly as she ladled soup into his bowl.

“Sure,” Jason responded nonchalantly, though he sensed Autumn’s underlying

message-that this was no longer his home and that he and Estrella were officially divorced.

Estrella shot her mother a glance, amused by how quick-witted her mother was becoming in her subtle digs at Jason.

But in reality, Autumn was just being hospitable without any hidden agendas. She usually wore her hearts on her sleeves and wouldn’t be so discreet about it.

For instance, during the jovial dinner, Autumn suddenly remarked, “You know, Jason, you and Estrella aren’t getting any younger. It’s time you both start thinking about your personal issues.”

a great-grandchild for years.

slight edge-after all, she’s already had a child.

Help me out and pick someone you think would be a good match for her, and I’ll arrange for them to meet.” Autumn’s words nearly caused Jason to spray soup across the table, while Cole beside him choked on his food. Estrella barely stifled her laughter. Today, her mother was on

his expression was priceless. When did his mother-in-law become so

nudged the photos towards him again “Help Estrella choose

taken aback. He stared at Autumn for a long

basic info is on the back. Take a good look, Jason. If this works out, I’ll have Estrella buy you a pair of shoes.” In

hummed in acknowledgment as

expression darkened, “Let’s focus on eating. Why do

often. I’m

of the corner of his eye, prompting him

table and looked at Autumn, “I think Estrella

on the table,

froze, utterly blindsided by Jason’s audacity.

Isaac’s giggles broke through the tension finding the adult conversation quite entertaining.

obediently scooped

close with Isaac’s innocent chant, “Eat food, eat

Isaac tugged Jason to play in his room, Estrella teased, “Why didn’t you pick one out for me?”

was unwavering as he replied, “Once you’ve had me, you won’t be interested

exasperated, “How can you

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