Chapter 489

The Whitmores were definitely not strapped for cash. They were practically rolling in

dough.

But I wasn’t exactly a pauper myself. After selling my company, I was living the life of luxury, even more so than before. If my parents took over Lucas’s company, they would be even better off.

So, the dilemma wasn’t about money. It was about Neil’s unease.

He could never find it within himself to ever like Serena and Brandon. No matter how adorable they appeared, just the thought of whose children they were, made his blood

boil.

“There’s no need for any formalities. But if you ever want to see the kids, you’re welcome to drop by,” I refused Faith’s request. Given the complex circumstances, it wouldn’t be wise to publicize this.

Faith’s face fell in disappointment as she looked down at Serena in her arms and let out a

sigh.

At that moment, Ryan brought out two boxes, “Here, these are our gifts for Serena and Brandon. You should keep them.”

Upon opening the boxes, I found two beautiful pairs of golden bracelets.

They had already given Serena and Brandon gifts when they first saw them. Now they were giving golden bracelets. I felt a bit overwhelmed.

It wasn’t about the money, but the feeling of being overly pampered.

“Just put them on the kids now,” Faith didn’t wait for my response. Instead, she took out a pair of bracelets and put them on Serena, who was in her arms.

luxurious against Serena’s fair skin. The more Faith looked, the more satisfied she felt

other pair was put on Brandon.

be too cold-hearted of me to reject their gifts after just having refused Faith’s request to adopt

point, Norah had finished preparing dinner.

somewhat awkward. The scene reminded me of the times when Neil and I weren’t divorced and would visit

talkative. I knew she was trying

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conversation.

I didn’t know what to say. She was already depressed, and I was worried that not responding might emotionally upset her.

on a trip to Heavenly Mountain,” Faith suggested. She had already consulted with an advisor, who suggested that the third of the next month would be the best date. But we would need to fly there

to accompany her before, so naturally, I had no

our conversation silently, casting me a glance.

after we finished, Ryan and Faith didn’t linger. After reminding me to take care of my health and safety, they left.

suit. As he was leaving, he turned to look at me one

room door, blocking his view.

on, Norah would only look after the kids, while the other two

people at

the middle of changing the kids’ clothes when? Norah walked in with my mobile phone.

a sinking

It was Louis.

hospital? I did some mental math and

to me before, I felt sick. So, I simply

you live. You should know what kind of person I am.

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