The Ex and Her Riches

Cedrick was so stunned that he was at a loss for words.

He had previously been set up a few times by his daughter’s complaints, and now, it was his son’s turn to do the same.

What should I do? Should I put him on my lap and give him a good spanking? No, Benny has a weak constitution. He’s mostly caring and rarely causes trouble.

Unable to bring himself to do that, Cedrick had no choice but to accept his bitter fate.

At his father’s silence, Benedict put his phone on speaker and asked Gwendolyn, “Mommy, Daddy just said that you like to cry and play the victim before him. Did you hear that? Is it true?”

A brief silence ensued over the line before Gwendolyn’s melodious voice rang out.

“I didn’t hear you the first time. Benny, can you ask Daddy again? I’ll make sure to listen carefully this time.”

Despite her calm tone, Cedrick was sensitive enough to pick up the faint displeasure in her voice.

Knowing that Gwendolyn was giving him a chance to redeem himself, he took it at once. “Actually, I wasn’t done talking. I might have absolute authority at home, but when it comes to you and Zendy, I have someone else to report to. She’s none other than your mommy, who’s also my wife. I manage you and Zendy, while she manages me.”

Raising his voice, Cedrick continued in a serious tone, “Also, your mommy doesn’t know how to play the victim. Instead, it was I who pretended to be pitiful to catch her attention when I was courting her. I won’t ever make your mommy cry because it’s always my fault whenever she sheds a tear.”

Despite looking clueless, Benedict listened intently. “Wow, you’re amazing, Mommy. Daddy’s is responsible for educating us, while you’re in charge of educating him.”

While Cedrick was rendered speechless, Gwendolyn’s chuckle could be heard over the line. “That’s one way to describe it, Benny. Daddy has also done a good job clarifying it. Once I get off work, I’ll give your daddy a wonderful reward.”

A reward?

Cedrick’s brows furrowed in response. Am I to kneel on Lego pieces for fifteen minutes or be beaten with a wooden ruler this time?

it caused Cedrick to feel

asked Gwendolyn with a gentle tone, “Darling, what time are you getting off work today? How

with work, you should spend more time with Benny. I’ve just gotten off the phone with Charles, and he told me that he had taken Zendy to the playground. I’ll pick her up later before coming over to get you and Benny from the

right. You’re the boss,” Cedrick agreed

ended, Benedict gave

Did I hear Mommy

before giving Benedict a peck on his forehead. “That’s right. I’ve spoken to your Uncle Joshua, and he says that your body has grown completely accustomed to the drug. There’s no need to

take good care of their son, and the neglect had inadvertently caused some

him home with them, they wanted

while, the Jensons had historically been groomed in the army to become elites. All of them, with

his son to harbor inner demons that would one day drive him down the

at the knowledge that he would be going

child, he naturally wore his heart on his

dining table together

tousle. “Not just tonight. You’ll be eating with us

case… can I sleep with Mommy tonight? I want to hug

for a second. “No, you said a while ago that you’re a

how to steal Gwendolyn from me?

head in disappointment. “I know. Mommy belongs to you. If I

responded with a resolute nod. “Gwendolyn is my wife first and your mommy second. That’s why you cannot sleep with

“I understand.”

his son on the cheeks.

up a fuss and create a huge

felt relieved that Benedict

in for a surprise, for