Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 1000

Larissa had no intention of allowing Gary and Lewis to stay at her house, or ta

rather, Kevan’s house.

The house she was currently sharing with Kevan was spacious enough to accommodate both Gary and Lewis.

However, she was worried that the conflicts between Gary and Kevan might escalate if they were under the same roof.

So, she took Lewis aside and whispered, “Are you seriously planning to stay with us? What if my dad and Kevan get into a fight?”

“You might be overthinking this.” Lewis said, gently tapping her forehead with his fingers.

He then reassured her. “Don’t worry, Gary has come to terms with reality. He’s not as hot–headed as he used to be.”

“Really?” She still had some doubts

“I swear on my life!” he declared.

After some contemplation, she finally agreed.

“Okay, then. But just so you know, we’ll be staying at Kevan’s parents‘ place for the next couple of days.”

She felt tom when she thought about it.

On one hand, her biological family had traveled a long way from abroad to be with her.

the big family reunion dinner with her in–laws as a complete

couldn’t decide whom

on the current

parents mind it Lewis and I

Kevan replied

will go to your parent’s house to celebrate the big family reunion dinner together. Gary quickly

obediently followed Gary’s

done a thorough cleaning early

felt more confident as she led Gary

guest room isn’t used regularly. So, it’s a bit plain.” Kevan expressed concem that the two might find it boring. “If there’s

“It’s quite nice.”

Gary’s demeanor remained casual

he did not find any faults with

chose to keep her

inquired, “Uncle Gary, are

Larissa had emptied the fridge of all its food the day before because

unable to prepare a meal at

given his mother

he and Larissa wouldn’t be

abrupt change

Gary fell well taken care of

+15 BONOS

He was thoroughly exhausted.

to move around

he said. “Let’s just