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.

“Where’s Mommy? I

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

unbearably anxious if she couldn’t see

He sat up and looked at Charles with

phone call. He noticed it and was certain that something must have gone wrong.

Why don’t you sleep a bit more? By

child. If you don’t tell me

us, my brother and I will go out and look for our parents

with the relentless questioning of the children. Charles could only

Uncle Charles. Did something

from the two, Charles finally gave in and called Nico.

answered, “What’s the matter? We’re on our

and Zendy are awake again, calling for their parents. I really can’t soothe them. You should talk to them.”

said, “Listen to Charles’ words and go to sleep. When you wake up, you’ll be able to see your mommy and

by adults. If there’s really nothing

doesn’t believe it. Let Cedrick answer the

Nico felt a bit embarrassed.

really tired. Selfishly, Nico

Nico anymore? Your parents are worn out from handling their affairs. Why

take good care of my dad and mom. My brother and I will be good and wait

the phone, Zendaya pouted slightly, obediently nestling into Charles’ embrace. Her small body still trembled occasionally from her recent crying. Exhausted from crying, she fell asleep

further away from Charles and

sky gradually receded, revealing an incredibly

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

up. Suppressing the surprise in his eyes, he called out,

arms, gently patting his small. back. “I’m always here. I

him to sleep a little longer. Once he fell