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

but only giving him a gentle

on the side, having only greeted Hubert when she arrived and saying. little

his fondness for Curtis. “Long time no see, Anne. You’re just getting more stunning

smile, the epitome of politeness.

of babies. “You and Curtis have been married for nearly three years, eh?

stiffened slightly.

rocky at best, with them living apart most of the time: Where would

grew tense, and Leanne tried to sidestep the question. “We

it.”

about it now! With genes as good as yours, it’s almost

Leanne was speechless.

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of

matter, so what’s

Jennifer’s not into it? Look how she’s fixed on that baby for hours, like she’s ready to take it home!”

not far away with a loving smile that lit

on. Have one for her to dote on.” Desperate for an escape, Leanne looked pleadingly toward Curtis, who stood by, indifferent,

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