And The Daddy Is… The Infertile Guy?!

Chapter 44

He prodded her forehead with his finger, the gesture both teasing and affectionate. “Clear all the clutter. Remember, we’ve got a deal.”

Gwendolyn’s smile spread like warmth on a chilly day. “Yes, we have an agreement,” she echoed, deliberately pushing aside the memory of that night. If Mr. Chadwick could let it go, why should she fret?

The twinkle in Howard’s eyes faded as he asked, “Ever got yourself sloshed before?”

“Back in the sticks, I brewed all sorts of moonshine. Had a sip now and again.” Her tolerance was laughable, barely enough to wet her lips. On the other hand, Mr. White and…

Gwendolyn snapped back to the present, her gaze settling on Howard. “Some time, I’ll treat you to a batch. Those tonics were chock–full of the good stuff, great for vitality and vigor.”

Howard nodded.

“It’s late. Mr. Chadwick, good night.”

“Go get some rest.”

With a spring in her step, Gwendolyn left the master bedroom.

Howard chuckled softly, looking down. Since when had he been the type to go easy on someone? Yet, he found himself reluctant to give her a hard time.

cellphone on the nightstand interrupted

earth

curt, ending the call with a decisive flick, followed by

you’re sick. I slaved away for you…” Nathan was full of self–pity, but when he tried to call back, the line

nerve! Heartless beast. I quit being CEO

dead of night, at the Bayridge Hospital’s private suite, chaos reigned.

Bainbridge, clad in a hospital gown, was throwing a temper tantrum, while Vivien cowered in the corner, shivering with

a cripple mocking me? It

lamp met its untimely

at first,” Vivien tried to soothe him, her voice shaking.

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jade now, Vitien? Do you think you deserve it? Are you mocking me too? He yanked the jade bracelet from her wrist and

was

swear! Vivien was

swung open, and a nurse stood there, whispering a reminder. “Please keep it down, sir. The other

money to burn! Now

was devoid of

stood at