The Ex and Her Riches

Gwendolyn brushed off her concerns about Annie and refocused on her work.

Time seemed to pass faster when she was engrossed in her tasks.

Just as she was about to sign the final document, her phone alarm sounded.

It was the alarm she had set half an hour earlier, a reminder of her plans with Cedrick.

They were scheduled to have dinner with Valentino at his villa; it was also an opportunity to check if Benedict and Zendaya were well cared for.

If things didn’t go according to plan, Gwendolyn held onto the hope that Cedrick’s strategy would succeed, allowing her to bring the children back home at the earliest opportunity. The presence of her little ones would bring a much–needed sense of security and comfort to their lives..

As she pondered these thoughts, Gwendolyn tidied her desk and prepared to leave for the day.

As soon as she stepped out of her office, her phone buzzed with a call from Cedrick.

“Darling, I’m already in the parking lot.

“That’s fast.”

Cedrick chuckled softly. “When it comes to picking up my wife, I’m always prompt.”

His response warmed Gwendolyn’s heart as she quickly made her way downstairs.

In the underground parking lot, Cedrick leaned casually against the car, his face as strikingly handsome as ever.

Upon seeing Gwendolyn, he opened the car door and, as usual, covered the roof with his hand to ensure she didn’t bump her head while getting in. He then leaned down and helped her fasten the seatbelt.

Taking advantage of the proximity, Gwendolyn playfully pecked his cheek.

“My love, you’ve pampered me to the point of helplessness. If I were ever to leave you, I don’t think I could even take care of myself.”

Cedrick cupped her cheek with one hand and kissed her lips, savoring her sweetness.

“We shall never part. My love for you is irreplaceable, and no one can take you away from me.”

Gwendolyn couldn’t help but feel a little dissatisfied. “And what about Zendy? They say daughters are their father’s little sweethearts from a past life. Are you not going to spoil her too?”

Cedrick locked his gaze with Gwendolyn’s, his dark eyes filled with an eternal, romantic sweetness.

has a big brother, Benny. He will be responsible for doting and

the arrangement seemed

indulging in their tender moments, Cedrick returned to the driver’s seat, fastened his seatbelt,

the car, Cedrick had already moved to the passenger side, opening the door for her. His arm slipped behind her. knees, and he carried her out

the soft glow of the evening’s rosy hues, Cedrick strolled through the winding alleyways with Gwendolyn in his arms

“We are having dinner with Grandpa. Isn’t this a

mind such a display of affection. Nobody can

insisted on carrying her, Gwendolyn had no choice but to go along

few minutes later, they entered the

front gate upon hearing they were

Logan saw the couple approaching, he wheeled

precious grandson and granddaughter–in–law have arrived. How

see Cedrick carrying Gwendolyn like a cherished princess.

for others. My precious

filled the air, their hearts brimming with uncontainable happiness.

with enthusiasm, “Grandpa is right. Being able to marry Gwendolyn is the greatest blessing of my life. I must cherish and adore

words, Valentino’s and Logan’s smiles widened, their faces radiant with pure bliss.

Gwendolyn’s favorite dishes. My dear Gwendolyn, make sure to eat plenty, and let’s

“It’s our duty to help improve the country’s birth rates.”

of shyness and delight in response to their comments. “Grandpa, please stop teasing me. It’s not within my

lips twitched as he remained unfazed by the

than anyone whether he

not yet been cured, and she was worried about passing the illness

Cedrick did not plan on having another child for the next

change the topic, he said, “All right,

to the dining room and savored their

dinner, Gwendolyn went to visit her children.

Zoey for the past two days, Benedict and Zendaya seemed to have grown well. Gwendolyn couldn’t help but marvel at how they

second spent with the babies, basking in the pure joy that

grew darker, and it was close to half–past nine. Gwendolyn became aware that her sickness would soon

with Valentino, Cedrick and Gwendolyn made their way back

Gwendolyn headed straight to