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.

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."

it was a good time to call. Looks like

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

to tell you that the rings you designed are very beautiful, and

glad you like them." Carlos replied and then asked, "Mika, do

green truly wished to lift his head to catch a

and

his charming voice reaching her through the phone. "I miss you

Uncle Logan's house now" With

his eyes grew cold again. He turned to the man in green, his voice icy. "Go take your punishment! You've been here for a year and a half,

The man hoped Carlos would pardon him, especially since he had seemed in a good mood after the call. But facing reprimand on his first day after

what happened today. Carlos let the threat hang in the

didn't see or hear anything today. The guy in green stood up straight, perfect posture. Just then, he caught a glimpse of Carlos, who had this natural arrogance about him. It reminded him of Mikayla, not just any acquaintance. Isn't this a coincidence?' the guy in green thought

left. Carlos

sensed someone watching her and quickly hung up the phone. She turned around and, just as the expected, Jaxon stepped out of the

the phone with

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which were tinged with disdain. "Carlos doesn't even dare come back to Xosa. Who knows what he's doing out there? What makes him better than me?" His voice was thick with jealousy as he thought,

Mikayla shot back, implying Jaxon was not even in the same