Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

Chapter 268

"I don't like it," she deliberately raised her voice, openly disagreeing with Hackett.

Hackett didn't press the matter further and decided to see her of

When they reached the underground garage, Valeria suddenly suggested, "How about we all get together for dinner at the Maddox family's place this weekend? You'll have to be the gracilis host since I'm not well-acquainted with Clayton, and Alex might not be too keen on joining. We'll be counting on you to maintain decorum.

Hackett was momentarily stunned, genuinely surprised by Valera's swift acceptance.

He had assumed that Valeria would reject the idea outright, so he responded, "Certainly, I'll be there to fetch you all when

the time comes."

"Sounds good."

Valeria pulled open her car door, settled into the driver's seat, started the engine, and gradually departed.

Hackett remained rooted in place, his gaze fixed on the fading taillights as they disappeared into the depths of the underground garage. He heaved a deep sigh. This wasn't what Viileria had desired, yet she had compromised, and he couldn't fathom her reasons. The weekend came around swiftly.

As evening descended, Alex had been nagging for dinner incessantly, but Hackett was conspicuously absent.

"Alright, quit your hollering. "Daddy will be here soon, and he'll take you out for something delicious. How does that sound?"

"But when's Daddy coming, Mommy? Why's he taking so long? Alex's face wore an expression of hunger-induced despair, on the brink of a meltdown.

Valeria comforted Alex, saying, "I just called a moment ago, and there's a bit of traffic on the road. Daddy will be here soon! Hang on a little while longer. Here, have a cookie to keep your tummy at bay. Chime!

finally chimed, prompting Alex to abandon his cookie and race

at home tonight. Make sure to have your dinner on time. We might be back a little late, so no

into Hackett's arms. Hackett lifted Alex and then looked at Valeria. "Are you ready? Let's go."

as he drove. She inquired. "Have you informed. Clayton? Does he know we're coming?" "Don't worry. I'll be right by

not nervous

of a smile played on the man's

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outside. "Daddy, where are we? I'm starving. I want something to eat. "Let's get out. We're going to grab a

genuine nervousness washed over her. Was this indeed her childhood

twenty years ago, could I have grown up in place like

her seatbelt and cast

blend of curiosity

approached, ready to escort them to the dining room where the Maddox family had been patiently waiting. Valeria held Alex's hand as they navigated through the garden, heading steadily toward the villa. Meanwhile, in the dining room, the Maddox family sat in impeccable order around the dining table, a table laden with delectable dishes, eagerly anticipating

arrived yet? Could there

emotions swung between impatience and apprehension. Clayton furrowed his brow. "What kind of talk is that? Elena's all grown up. How could she go back on

silently, her emotions a swirling mix that

moment, Jasper approached. "Mr. Maddox, Ms. Sharp, and Mr. James have

brightened as they eagerly turned

couldn't resist pointing and exclaiming, "Oh no, it was the annoying yet unpleasant aunt, once again. Mommy! I don't want to be here. I want to

a hug. Valeria, her patience unwavering, cradled

frustration, was comforted by Loretta, "Oh well,