The Ex and Her Riches

As his wife held him, Cedrick felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction. Suppressing the urge to cough, he spoke softly. “You’re right to scold me, Darling. I should’ve been more considerate tonight. If it will appease your anger, I don’t mind accepting some domestic punishment.”

“I can’t believe you’re still in the mood for jokes right now.” Irritated, Gwendolyn playfully punched him.

At that moment, Cedrick frowned, unable to resist drawing in a sharp breath.

Noticing his unusual reaction, Gwendolyn quickly expressed concern. “What’s wrong? Did I hurt you? Or are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere? Nico! Hurry, get the doctor to come over and check on

Cedrick!”

Cedrick took her hand, smiling faintly, and leaned his face closer. “I’m fine. All I need is a kiss from my wife.”

Gwendolyn stared at him. Still uneasy, she called for a doctor to examine him.

Upon examination, the doctor found that Cedrick had only suffered minor superficial injuries.

Knowing he was all right, Gwendolyn was completely relieved and left with him in the same car.

She had been on edge all night, and only then did her heart calm down. Leaning on Cedrick’s shoulder. she fell asleep.

Nico turned around and called out Cedrick’s name, but Cedrick immediately made a quiet gesture. My wife has been tired all night. She needs to rest well.

Seeing the concern in Cedrick’s eyes, Nico merely shrugged.

Sensing the warmth between the couple, Nico tactfully raised the partition between the front and back seats. He turned on the air conditioning, adjusting the temperature inside the car to a comfortable level.

They had the situation under control there, but over at the lab, all hell broke loose.

Zendaya woke up in the middle. Upon not seeing Gwendolyn, she burst into tears, giving Charles quite a scare.

“Are you having a nightmare? I’m here. There’s no need to be afraid,” reassured Charles.

but couldn’t find Gwendolyn. Her crying intensified. “Where’s Mommy? I

girl had been feeling insecure ever since Gwendolyn disappeared a few days ago.

such, she would become unbearably anxious if she couldn’t

awakened by the sound of crying. He sat up and looked at Charles with a cold expression. questioning, “Charles, tell me,

stepped outside to make a phone call. He noticed it and was certain

his head. “Don’t overthink it. They’ll be back soon. It’s only halfway through the night. Why don’t you sleep a bit

If you don’t tell me the truth, I’ll go out and

If you don’t tell us, my brother and I will go out and

children. Charles could

us the truth, Uncle Charles. Did something happen to

persistent questioning from the two, Charles finally

his voice and answered,

parents. I really can’t soothe them. You should talk to them.” Charles switched

you wake up, you’ll be

“Excuses.” Those are all just excuses made by adults. If there’s really nothing wrong, why don’t they

Cedrick answer

the car, Nico felt a bit embarrassed. “I’m afraid

tired. Selfishly, Nico hoped they could sleep a

anymore? Your parents are worn out from handling their affairs. Why don’t you

Nico’s words, Zendaya sniffed and nodded. “Uncle Nico, please take good care of my dad and mom. My brother and

embrace. Her small body still trembled occasionally from her recent crying. Exhausted

further away from Charles

gradually receded, revealing an incredibly bright, clear sky

and Cedrick arrived at the laboratory, they quickly returned to the ward.

the surprise in his eyes,

held him in her arms, gently patting

gently put him down, coaxing him to sleep a little longer. Once he fell asleep again, she left the ward with Charles.