Chapter 18

“Come on. I know you didn’ do that. You always leave the dirty work for Devin, that little

rascal.”

Devin, standing nearby, grumbled, “Grandpa, please show me some respect, will you? I’m your grandson, after all.”

Hubert glared at him. “At least you recognize how embarrassing you are!”

Devin rolled his eyes and muttered, “Like I’m some kind of fool.”

Hubert didn’t bother responding.

The two families had been close for years, and Curtis grew up under Hubert’s watchful eye, almost like another grandson. It had been quite a while since they last saw each other, and Hubert gave Curtis’ shoulder a hearty slap. “Finally decided to grace us with your presence, eh?”

Curtis grinned mischievously. “I’ve been dreaming of you telling me how much you missed

So here I am, easing your heartache.”

me

swung his cane, pretending to hit Curtis but only giving him a gentle tap on the leg. “You cheeky brat! Joking with your old buddy

quietly on the side, having only greeted Hubert

“Long time no see, Anne. You’re just getting more stunning each time

sweet smile, the epitome of

“You and Curtis have been married for nearly three years, eh? When are

smile stiffened

them living apart most of

and Leanne tried to sidestep the

it.”

unsatisfied with that answer. “Well, think about it now! With genes as good

Leanne was speechless.

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Chapter 18

wasn’t any of

even Jennifer isn’t pressing the matter, so

it? Look how she’s fixed on that baby for hours, like she’s ready

great-grandchild not far away with a loving smile that lit up her

her to dote on.” Desperate for an escape, Leanne looked pleadingly toward Curtis,

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