Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 146

Elysia’s smile broadened, her heart swelling with pride at her son’s thoughtfulness. It was impossible not to grin when faced with such

care

She affectionately pinched Elliot’s cheek, her voice tender with love.

“You know, you didn’t seek the spotlight, but if you did, you’d outshine every kid in town. You could become the next big thing in Hollywood in no time at all. But looking after you kids is my job. I brought you into this world, and I’ll be damned if I don’t see you all grown up. Don’t worry, sweetheart. Times are tough now, but I will work my socks off, earn more dough, and make sure we live that sweet middle–class dream!*

Chasing that dream with her three little ones was Elysia’s grand mission in life.

Elliot sighed silently, wishing he could magically produce money from his piggy bank to help out Elysia, but she never gave him a

chance.

“What’s with the face? Don’t believe in me?” she teased.

Elliot quickly shook his head, “No way, Mommy. You’re like a superhero to us. You’re amazing, and I know you’ll make our lives better.”

confidence, “You bet, kiddo. Mommy won’t let you down!”

but she was far from foolish. Achieving a comfortable life with her three

watching her closely, suddenly lit up with

you’re awesome at special education and even saved a kid by accident.”

wouldn’t say ‘awesome,’ just experienced. What about it?”

preschool today, a kid said her mom writes articles from home and makes good money. Maybe you could write about special education and earn some cash?”

before.

meant flexibility, and she could take care of her kids. It was

it,” she said with newfound hope.

“Okay!”

himself to the bathroom, took a seat, and began to search for writing opportunities on his kiddie smartwatch. He was determined to find a well–paying

Blossom sighed contentedly, “Today was a blast, felt

“Congrats on gaining two little

If it weren’t for Elliot’s cool demeanor, I’d start

for his age.

moon as she quizzed Elysia,

Elysia shrugged, “Nope.”