Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 90

Today, Lyman was driving a black Cayenne.

Effie glanced around, making sure there was no one she knew nearby, then hurried into the car.

Lyman caught the furtive way she moved and couldn't help but smirk. "What's with the sneaking around? Am I such a shameful secret?"

Effie gave an awkward chuckle, trying to explain, "I just want to avoid any unnecessary trouble. Oh, and let's stop by Butterbeam first-I want to pick up some nut cake for Mom. She loves it."

Effie was always thoughtful like that. Every time she visited the old family house, she'd bring along everyone's favorite treats.

Of course, the Etheridge family wanted for nothing. Effie knew that bringing gifts wasn't about necessity; it was simply a gesture of care.

Lyman felt a quiet warmth at Effie's considerate nature and understanding.

After they set off, Effie made a stop at a century-old bakery. She picked up a box of nut cake and a classic cheesecake.

The pastries were beautifully made and just lightly sweetened-perfect for older folks.

With everything packed up, they headed back to the old house together.

The drive was smooth, ending as they pulled into the courtyard. Effie was the first to step out.

from the house, her

were fixed on Effie as she hurried over, taking her hand warmly. "Effie, you're here!

Effie's heart felt full. "And

the best daughter-in-law. Always thinking of me! I was just craving

of them linked arms affectionately, more

hadn't gotten out of the car, but he

head with

mother's heart belonged to her daughter-in-law now; her own

Effie. "Has that rascal

already seen the latest

Isabel was back.

quite a splash,

was just here to stir

was written all over her face— restless, always scheming, not the

son liked Isabel, Lindy told herself she'd just

Lyman had never

plenty of

make sense

she'd made up her mind-Effie was the

let anyone