Reckless Marriage Unyielding Love

Chapter 47

"Tad, Jaxon has to drive later, Winona tried to dissuade him.

Logan, the family patriarch, couldn't stand being contradicted, especially in front of forge a

and everyone else. We have a driver," he retorted.

Mildred chimed in. "Let Jaxon have a drink with your dad and Uncle Jorge. He hardly ever comes home."

Jaxon stepped toward the seat next to Logan and said to Winona, "It's okay. I can't take care of you right now, so make sure you eat well. It's good for the baby."

Winona felt a spark of joy. It was the first time Jason had shown such concern for their

for their unborn child.

As Mikayla graciously sat next to Sylvia, Carlos sent her a photo and message: [What do you think? 1 designed the rings in my spare time and wanted you to see them first.]

The sketch on white paper showed two rings: one simple and elegant for men, and one delicate and graceful for women. She hadn't expected Carlos to be so talented at design. Smiling warmly, she slid her phone back into her handbag, planning to reply later.

As Jaxon raised a toast, he noticed Mikayla's subtle gestures.

Dinner was quiet. Afterward, Huxley dragged Jaxon into the study. Mildred took Winona to show her a new leather jacket she had bought. Meanwhile, Logan and Jorge, tipsy from a few extra drinks, sat on the couch trying to sober up.

to Jorge, Mikayla felt relieved and stepped into the garden. Finding a quiet spot, she prepared to make a phone call. Before the ringtone even sounded, the call was answered on the other end. "Mika." His deep

asked, unsure if it was a good time to call. Looks like need

Carlos squinted slightly. The atmosphere around him turned icy, making a nearby guy in green freeze up and try not to breathe too loudly. Yet, Carlos's voice remained smooth. "Busy missing you." The guy in green almost dropped what he was holding questioning silently, "Wait, am I hearing this right? Is this the same Mr. Ludwig that scares the pants off people in this dangerous place! Many at the military base wouldn't even dare look at Carlos, let alone talk to him or hear his gentle voice.

you that the rings you designed are

you like them." Carlos replied and then asked,

to lift his head to catch a

and

charming voice reaching her through the phone.

Uncle Logan's house now"

in green, his voice icy. "Go take your punishment! You've been here for a year and

The man hoped Carlos would pardon him, especially since he had seemed in a good mood

what happened today. Carlos let the

he caught a glimpse of Carlos, who had this natural arrogance about him. It reminded

the man left. Carlos smiled

the phone. She turned around and, just as the expected, Jaxon stepped out of the shadows. His face was dark and brooding, and the air

were on the phone with Carlos,

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leave, but she suddenly remembered something and halted.

Xosa. Who knows what he's doing out there? What makes him better than

can compare to him?" Mikayla shot back, implying Jaxon was not