The Returning Ex

Samuel went along by saying, “Yes, I can’t believe that we’ll be one generation older soon. It’s said that time waits for no man. We have to admit that we’re old now.”

Slightly annoyed, Jennifer said, “Well, William and his wife haven’t expressed their opinion yet. When our son has a child of his own, we’ll then be grandpa and grandma.”

Displeased about the innuendo in Jennifer’s words, Owen shot his wife a look and chided, “Stop it. It’s a joyful occasion today. Why did you have to make it unhappy for everyone?”

Jennifer glared back at her husband, but she didn’t dare utter a word.

Walking over, Sophia flashed a smile at them while John engaged in small talk with the relatives.

Without looking at John and Sophia, Jennifer turned to speak to Virginia. Her petty action was pretty embarrassing for Owen. Nevertheless, John and Sophia didn’t mind it one bit.

Jennifer’s action was too childish, as Sophia had never offended her before. Moreover, there was nothing immoral going on between Sophia and Dylan. It was petty and unreasonable of her to keep picking on Sophia.

John and Sophia returned to

Old Mrs. Constance, who was accompanied by Matilda, was standing at the entrance of the main building. Matilda didn’t seem to have any intention of leaving,

that just like herself, Matilda remained silent most of the time during the dinner. Perhaps it was because she didn’t have the courage to voice her opinions, since she was no longer

on a smile. “You’re back.

Sophia inquired, “Aren’t you staying over

embarrassed, Matilda replied, “No. I should be

moment, William was nowhere in

with Sophia by saying,

here, but I’m afraid that there will

with your

her

this, Matilda was startled, and