The More The Merrier

Chapter 109

Even though she was reluctant to part with Gavin, she felt guilty of making the other four kids starve if she were to let Benjamin and Gavin stay any longer.

“Yes, Mommy. I like it here. I like you. I like my brothers,” Gavin said. He muttered the last part rather softly.

“Mommy likes you too!”

Arissa was overjoyed to hear him say that. She kissed him over and over again.

As Benjamin watched them exchange goodbye kisses he felt a pang of jealousy.

Arissa ushered Gavin to the living room. She said to Benjamin, “Mr. Graham, Gavin’s done with his meal!”

In other words, it was time for them to leave.

Benjamin shot her and Gavin a glance before beckoning the latter over.

“Come over here, Gavin!”

Gavin obediently complied.

Arissa’s gaze remained on her son as he approached Benjamin.

Noticing her relentless gaze, Benjamin snorted inwardly at her doting attitude toward Gavin.

“Do you like it here?” Benjamin asked Gavin.

The boy’s eyes lit up. He nodded fervently. “Yes!”

“Then we shall stay for a little while longer!” Benjamin patted Gavin’s head and suggested.

Arissa was taken aback. Benjamin’s suggestion had put her in a tight spot, as it would seem impolite if she forced them to leave.

“Gavin, have some fruits!”

Arissa had no choice but to sit next to Benjamin. She scooped Gavin up and had him sit on her lap as she offered him fruits.

“Mommy, I want to stay here!”

Gavin clung to Arissa and pleaded. Holding him tightly in her arms, Arissa, more than anything, would love for him to stay longer too.

Yet, she figured Benjamin would most probably not allow that.

“Daddy, can I stay over? I don’t want to go home. I want to spend a little bit longer with Mommy!” Gavin pleaded.

Gavin,

apathetic. When he spoke, it was in an authoritative

I can let you stay for a little

his lips at Benjamin’s

Gavin’s disappointment, Arissa frowned

mind if he stays over for the night.

do you

was stumped by

Gavin was her son as well. As far as he knew, Gavin

like him!” Arissa promptly

you just let anyone you like stay

was a hint of annoyance

in an attempt to refute, “Why not? Should I rather have people I

him a glance, only to notice that his expression was as gloomy as

How dare you!

and let out a sigh. “Mommy, I think it’s better for me

him another hug and kiss

son in

the mood to discuss the matter regarding the kids

“Gavin, let’s go!”

Benjamin beckoned

his hair gently. She carried him

me

“All right, Mommy!”

smiled as she bent down with Gavin still in her

lap and helped

Gavin were genuine, unlike Danna, who behaved quite

wanted the best for him. He was her son by blood,

up!”

Gavin’s shoes, Arissa finally

“Bye, Mommy.”

“Bye, Sweetheart!”

leaned down and kissed Gavin goodbye

from both embarrassment and

glance before taking the boy’s hand. “We’re

“Drive safe, Mr. Graham.”

sigh of relief as

by her

forehead and stared at

grabbed his son’s hand

watched him in confusion and asked, “Mr.