The Ex and Her Riches

Jennifer mentioned that Mrs.

Newton had a red mark on her wrist.

However, Craig is her son and the head of the family.

Why would he harm his mother? Something suspicious is going on.

As Gwendolyn graciously accepted each spoonful from Cedrick, she asked curiously, “Craig is the deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, isn’t he? How well-acquainted are you with him?” Cedrick’s hand froze in mid-air.

His chiseled features contorted into a cold and stern expression, betraying a hint of displeasure at the sudden topic of discussion.

“Why are asking about him all of a sudden? Did his appearance at last night’s banquet captivate you?” His words held a tinge of bitterness.

Cedrick remembered the striking resemblance between Charles and Craig, except for their different eye colors and auras.

Gwendolyn was stunned speechless by his reply.

She playfully tapped his forehead and teased, “What’s going on in your mind? Are you getting jealous again without reason?” Cedrick maintained his silence, his expression conveying a deep-seated resentment and lingering agitation.

Gwendolyn took a deep breath and said sincerely, “I asked because I’m genuinely concerned about Jennifer’s situation.

You and our precious babies mean everything to me.

No other man could ever grab my attention.

” Her words provided him comfort, alleviating his doubts and insecurities.

“Craig is a cunning and calculating person.

Having known him for many years, I know he is driven by self-interest and practicality.

Familial and romantic relationships are a low priority to him.

” Gwendolyn seemed to have understood the situation.

“So, if his interests are threatened by Mrs.

Newton, he may potentially harm her?” “Well…” Cedrick lowered his head and pondered for a moment.

“It’s hard to say.

After all, she’s his mother.

It’s unlikely he would abuse her.

” Gwendolyn’s worry for Jennifer grew further.

“I truly hope Jennifer can survive the homecoming feast unscathed and establish herself as a legitimate heiress within the esteemed family.

It would be wonderful if she could become engaged to Treyton and marry soon.

” Setting aside the half-eaten risotto, Cedrick embraced Gwendolyn’s waist and leaned his head gently against her belly.

“Instead of concerning ourselves with other people’s weddings, why don’t we focus on planning our own?” “Uh… Our babies are just over a month old.

Maybe we should wait until they are a bit older before we proceed with the wedding.

There’s no need to rush.

” Cedrick decided not to say further as he did not want Gwendolyn to be mistaken that he did not care about the babies.

caressed her belly and said, “We can certainly postpone the

honeymoon trip abroad in the meantime?”

are still

a trip,

would be challenging

care for both

when the babies are at least

blend of disappointment and frustration as the realization of having to wait so long for the

couldn’t voice

and the well-crafted Lego pieces were tucked away in

made

Gwendolyn gently caressed his hair, she

she recalled Jennifer’s request from last night and quickly

relayed every word that Jennifer had

this is the

the Newton family’s secrets,

me to update

remained silent for a while

“Got it, Kiddo.

investigate this matter

planning to visit the Newton family for the engagement proposal? I will arrange my schedule in

replied, “We will visit the Newton residence the day after the homecoming

” “Okay,” Gwendolyn replied.

the much-anticipated homecoming feast unfolded with an uncommon sense

divided between Harris Group and Harrick

feast, Angle made an exciting announcement about the

were rumored to possess both talent and

this, Gwendolyn resolved to

to Cedrick would only

drag her home in no

conflict, Gwendolyn asked Cedrick to stay at Harrick Villa with Zoey to take care of

a cab

youthful and charming trainees

energy and captivating appearances were a feast for

of trainees, scanning each one until they finally settled on a young man in

of brown that accentuated his exquisite

a perfectly sculpted nose and impeccably balanced facial features,

heavens had bestowed

your name?” Gwendolyn

young man smiled and

I’m Jimmy Cruz.

head and locked eyes with her, his handsome face radiating warmth and

practicing

the time, I’d be more than happy to perform

love to see it,” Gwendolyn

chair for her

space on either side, creating a stage for the young man’s solo

began to fill the room, Jimmy

movements were powerful as he effortlessly blended strength

in the dance studio was engrossed in his

of the

melody evolved into

altered his dance

forceful hip thrust while provocatively tugging at his pristine white

and beguiling, holding everyone

fluttering eyelashes betrayed

did not anticipate the dance to