Chapter 116

Chapter 116

Rupert was stunned. “Dad, this… this is too sudden. I need to discuss this with Claudia. Is that okay?”

“Rupert, we bought that house for you. Now that we have nowhere to live, do we need your wife’s permission to stay with our son? You’re really spineless,” Jimmy criticized.

Rupert quickly explained, “Dad, that’s not what I meant. I just need to let Claudia know so she can prepare. I’m sure she’ll be happy to have you over.”

“If that’s the case, then take us to your place now,” Jimmy insisted. “Your mom just got out of the hospital and isn’t fully recovered yet. Do you really want us to be homeless?”

“Dad, of course not,” Rupert forced a smile. “Dad, let’s go.”

Jimmy and Peyton got into Rupert’s car.

Once inside, Rupert glanced at his parents through the rearview mirror, his brow furrowed.

He started the car and drove away from the hospital.

His hands gripped the steering wheel tightly, his heart filled with anxiety.

When the car stopped, Jimmy got out and realized they weren’t at Rupert’s neighborhood.

Jimmy looked up and saw the sign for a hotel. “Rupert, what’s the meaning of this?”

“Dad, Mom, please stay at the hotel for just one night,” Rupert said cautiously.

“You know Claudia’s been alone at home since she got pregnant, and I’m always at work. “The house is a mess, and the rooms are filled with clutter. I’ll clean up tonight and pick you up tomorrow. It’ll be more comfortable for you. What do you think?”

Jimmy glanced at Peyton, who had remained silent.

Peyton spoke softly, “Let’s listen to Rupert. One night won’t hurt.”

was averted and hurried into the hotel. “I’ll get you

Rupert temporarily settled Jimmy and Peyton in the

Rupert returned home, where Claudia was lounging on the

bag on the coffee table. “Look, I bought your

getting pregnant, Claudia had been craving all sorts of food. Seeing her favorites, she couldn’t

the best.” Claudia wrapped her arms around Rupert’s neck. “You’re so

else would I be

make me fat. I’ve already gained three pounds in two

people gain ten pounds in two months of pregnancy,” Rupert said. “You’re

want to get as fat as you say. You’ll hate me and leave me. Waa…” Claudia started

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hurry. “How could I ever leave you? You’re carrying our child for the Reed family. I’ll only remember how good you are.

be the most beautiful in my eyes. You’re the

don’t want to be fat!” Claudia bit her lip. “You’re the

slim.” Rupert drew a ball on

amused and

Rupert cupped her face. “I’ll go cook. I’ll make you some tomato egg soup. It’ll make you even more beautiful.”

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him back. “Have you ever made it right? Neither of us has any talent for cooking. Let’s just

water, and toss in some tomato

dinner was ready and Claudia sat at the

tastes fine.” Rupert served her half a bowl, adding a few

this even edible?” Claudia was highly skeptical.

sip of the soup himself and even ate the slightly burnt fried

small sip. It didn’t taste bad–just the sweet and sour flavor of tomatoes. She then dug

everything in just over ten minutes.

more motivated. Honestly, she could

River Park outside the neighborhood, returning home in forty

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