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.

ring of his cellphone on the nightstand interrupted his

met with Nathan’s frantic voice, “Howard! Why on earth have

to tick off my entire family.” Howard was curt, ending the call with a decisive flick,

self–pity,

quit

the Bayridge Hospital’s private

million bucks! He’s laughing at me!” Bainbridge, clad in a hospital gown, was throwing a temper tantrum, while Vivien

cripple mocking me?

met its untimely

Nobody knew it was a forgery at

1/2

10:50

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

was shattered into

swear!

whispering a reminder. “Please keep it down, sir. The other patients have complained.

to burn! Now get lost!”

he was devoid of any semblance

at the door, his face an unreadable