Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

Chapter 20

Valeria was busy ordering food, afraid Hackett might notice Alex's presence. After getting her order, she quickly left the restaurant, completely unaware of the amusing scene that had just unfolded.

She found Alex standing by the display window outside the restaurant, laughing so hard he was practically doubled over. She had no idea what he was finding so amusing.

"Alex, what's making you laugh so much?"

Seeing Valeria come out, Alex put on an innocent expression, "Oh, nothing, Mommy. Let's hurry up and get some food. We need to eat quickly and then play. Remember, life's too short, like you always say!" With that, Alex grabbed her hand and started pulling her away.

At the same time, two people came out of the restaurant, discussing what they had just witnessed.

"Did you see that Cheryl, the celebrity, just fell on her butt in the restaurant? Hilarious."

"Yeah, and I saw a little boy deliberately pull her chair away. Kids can be so mischievous."

"Who's that handsome guy sitting across from Cheryl? Could he be her rumored wealthy boyfriend?"

Valeria's expression changed as she heard snippets of their conversation.

Seeing her reaction, Alex quickly changed the subject, "Mommy I'm starving. Let's go eat, and then we can play some more. We shouldn't waste time! Life's too short, just like you said!" Valeria held onto Alex. "Eat my foot, you little rascal! And speaking of rascals, that little boy who pulled the chair away wasn't you, was it?"

"No!"

Valeria tried to look stern, pointing at Alex's little head. Tve taught you not to lie, haven't I?"

Alex's confident demeanor quickly deflated, and he muttered, "Okay, okay, it was me. But I wanted to get revenge for you. They were being mean to you."

Valeria was initially upset, but hearing Alex's words touched and amused her. She decided not to scold him. Instead, she took him elsewhere and gave him the burger and cola she had ordered. "Sweetie, you can't do things like that. It's not right

What worried her even more was that if Hackett had seen Alex's mischievous act, she could not imagine what consequences that could lead to.

"Yeah, Mommy, I know. I won't do it again."

"Good boy. Finish eating, and then we can play one more activity before heading bone. Im really tired."

In truth, the real reason she wanted to leave this place was that Hackett's presence here filled her with immense unease. She dreaded the possibility of Hackett catching sight of Alex. That could lead to serious trouble. Thus, she desired to swiftly exit. to avoid potential- complications.

desire to play more, seeing Valeria looking exhausted, he reluctantly

good boy. We'll come back to play next week,

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uncle keep bothering you?" Alex suddenly asked, taking a bite of his burger. He looked at her

aback, realizing that Alex

discussing some business. Don't worry, I'm strong, and no can bully

let out a soft hum, then continued. "Mommy, do you want to marry that uncle? I don't want you to! I want Keith!"

one

idea that she wanted Hackett as her husband

visibly relaxed, happily taking another bite of his burger, "That's good, Mommy. You must choose

match so well!"

words, Valeria could not help but feel amused and speechless. She had

of facing Barron after the orchestrated events of last night made her hesitate. Barron's willingness to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals genuinely unnerved her. After a few seconds, she decided

"Mr. Barron.

a restaurant. Let's have dinner together tonight. There's something I want to discuss

you.

She needed to make it absolutely clear that she would never reconcile with Hackett. She hoped Barron would stop trying to

address,

enticing atmosphere. Valeria arrived punctually at the restaurant where Barron had made

room, she felt like turning around

initially worn a stem expression, but upon seeing Valeria, his face

reluctantly walked into the private room, wearing an expression that clearly showed her

greeted him

Hackett's deep eyes showed a hint of surprise,

cup of coffee and placed it before Valeria, his smile returning. "When

looked up at her grandfather

the same page. It seems like you got along quite well last night." Barron chuckled as he noticed their synchronicity. "Of

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