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

before he playfully swung his cane, pretending to hit Curtis but only giving him a gentle tap on the leg. “You cheeky brat!

greeted Hubert when she arrived and saying. little else

smile out of his fondness for Curtis. “Long time no see, Anne. You’re just getting

smile, the epitome of politeness.

mind was clearly on the topic of babies. “You and Curtis have been married for nearly three years, eh? When

smile stiffened

most of the

air grew tense, and Leanne tried to sidestep the question. “We haven’t thought

it.”

with that answer. “Well, think about it now! With genes as good as yours, it’s almost a crime not to have

Leanne was speechless.

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wasn’t any of Hubert’s business anyway.

matter, so what’s your hurry? It’s none of your business.”

Look how she’s fixed on that baby for

family’s newborn great-grandchild not far away

“Anne, you’re making Jennifer envious. Go on. Have one for her to dote on.” Desperate for an escape, Leanne looked pleadingly toward Curtis, who stood by, indifferent, showing no sign of

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