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.

Her crying intensified. “Where’s Mommy? I

feeling insecure ever since Gwendolyn disappeared

would become unbearably anxious

looked at Charles with a cold

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

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

me like a child. If you don’t tell me the truth, I’ll go

us, my brother and I

the relentless questioning of the children. Charles could only

Uncle Charles. Did something happen

withstand the persistent questioning from the two,

voice and answered, “What’s the

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

“Excuses.” Those are all just excuses made by adults. If

Cedrick answer the phone,”

bit embarrassed. “I’m afraid he can’t answer the phone now. They’ve already fallen asleep.”

couple was really tired. Selfishly, Nico hoped they could sleep a little

I ever lied to you? Don’t you trust your Uncle Nico anymore? Your parents are worn out from handling their affairs. Why don’t you let them rest for a

Nico, please take good care of my dad and mom. My brother and I

Her small body still trembled occasionally from her recent crying. Exhausted from crying, she fell asleep on

moved further away from Charles and slept too.

the sky gradually receded, revealing an incredibly bright, clear

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

surprise in

the fatigue on Benedict’s face, Gwendolyn tenderly held him in her arms, gently patting his small. back. “I’m always here. I will never

Gwendolyn gently put him down, coaxing him to sleep a little longer. Once he fell asleep again,