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 other hand, she had been looking forward to spending the big family reunion dinner with her in–laws as a

decide whom

on the

parents mind it Lewis and I

all,” Kevan replied

drop us off at your place first. Tomorrow. Lewis and I will go to your parent’s house

obediently followed

had already done a thorough cleaning early in the morning

she led Gary and Lewis

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

“It’s quite nice.”

Gary’s demeanor remained casual

not find any

was genuinely surprised but chose to keep her

respectfully inquired, “Uncle Gary, are you hungry? Would you

the day before because they were planning to stay at the

were unable to

given his

that he and Larissa wouldn’t

abrupt

Kevan should ensure Gary fell

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He was thoroughly exhausted.

had no desire to move around after enduring a

“Let’s