Sweet Subterfuge

She hesitated for a moment before cautiously asking “Larissa, when do you and Kevan plan to have a child?”

Hurriedly, she added. “Tm not pressuring you to have a child, don’t misunderstand! Im just asking so I can be prepared in advance.”

It made Larissa a little embarrassed. “Well – Kevan and I have never discussed it.”

me plans alhaving

In addition to her own decision, Larissa and Kevan were merely in a contractual marriage for their individual gains with no plans children. However, she couldn’t tell Violet about that so she could only continue lo stall

Violet rubbed her hands with disappointment. ‘Arght‘

Violet slaved longer than usual that day. Usually, she would return home after visiting the park.

who was busy in the kitchen, Larissa let slightly uneasy. She was afraid that Kevan would repeat the mistake of bringing Ruby back

a big deal when he brought Ruby home al other times. Larissa had successfully convinced herself that she harbored no ill feelings of jealousy toward her. However,

secretly informed Kevan. “Your mother came home today. I think she

replied was

around, Kevan came back a little

work early today.” Violet was surprised when she opened

back early to have

his lace in satisfaction and proudly praised him. “What a good son

Kevan smiled helplessly.

sola, Larissa watched the warm interaction between the mother and son and bean to smile before she knew it.

Violet called, walking over to extend her hand