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?”

her response, Cedrick locked his gaze with Gwendolyn’s, his dark eyes filled with an eternal,

Benny. He will be responsible for doting and taking care

nodded contentedly as the

Cedrick returned to the driver’s seat, fastened

get out of the car, Cedrick had already moved to the passenger side, opening the door for

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

are having dinner with Grandpa. Isn’t this a little too

of affection. Nobody can stop me from doting. on my

her, Gwendolyn had no

minutes later, they

been eagerly waiting at the front gate upon hearing they were

saw the couple approaching, he wheeled Valentino toward

granddaughter–in–law have

see Cedrick carrying Gwendolyn like a cherished princess. It was a heartwarming and

for others. My precious granddaughter–in–law deserves all the

and Logan’s laughter filled the air, their hearts brimming with uncontainable

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

Valentino’s and Logan’s smiles widened, their

all of Gwendolyn’s favorite dishes. My dear Gwendolyn, make sure to eat plenty, and let’s hope I can see you pregnant for a second and third

our duty to

help but feel a mix of shyness and delight in response to their comments. “Grandpa, please stop teasing me. It’s not within my control to decide such matters. We’ll have to see if Cedrick can

remained unfazed by the banter.

Gwendolyn knew better than anyone whether he

disorder had not yet been cured, and she was worried about passing the illness to their children. The thought of them enduring the

Cedrick did not plan on having another child for the next six months.

the topic, he said, “All right, Grandpa, I’m famished. Let’s head inside and enjoy

to the dining room and

went to visit her children.

Zendaya seemed to have grown well. Gwendolyn couldn’t help but marvel at how

with the babies, basking in

evening sky grew darker, and it was close to half–past nine. Gwendolyn became aware

and Gwendolyn

arrived, Gwendolyn headed