Alaric didn't pick up the phone right away. He shot Hertha a glance with those stunning, fox-like eyes of his, noticing her wide eyes fixed on him, clearly not in the mood to make small talk.
He could tell she wanted to talk about her two kids.
Internally, he felt a wave of irritation wash over him, instinctively dreading the conversation.
She had kids with another man, and now she wanted to discuss her past with that guy in front of him? Talk about a stab in the heart.
Seeing the caller ID flash as Georgia, any other day he would've hit 'decline' without a second thought, not wanting to hear anything Georgia had to say.
But now, to avoid having to listen to Hertha boast about her exploits with another man, he reluctantly answered the call.
"What's up?"
"Alaric, could you open the door, please? Aunt Angie and I are at your doorstep."
Georgia's voice was soft through the phone, a deliberate attempt to suppress her usual haughtiness, pretending to be gentle with Alaric.
and Angelina were at his doorstep?
like bad pennies, always turning
had a
to hang up, but catching sight of Hertha's expectant gaze, those round, puppy-dog eyes waiting on him, it was clear she was eager to share about
could Hertha have the nerve to talk
as if she didn't
To spite Hertha, he responded, "Hold on, I'll be
that, he stood up to open
have you had dinner yet?" Georgia greeted him with a smile, her
Angelina laid eyes on Alaric, her expression turned to one of concern, and she said with
brushed off their pleasantries and turned to
in arm with Angelina, followed
moment Hertha
she saw
like a
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In Chapter 1676 of the The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet series, Five years later, Thalassa returns to Starhaven with her four children. She's in a rush, and her mother, Evelyn, complains about babysitting. Thalassa explains her difficult journey, but her children's kindness melts her heart. She's heading to a part-time job at a nightclub, uncomfortable in the revealing outfit, but determined to support her family. The manager warns her about dealing with high-rolling customers......... Will this Chapter 1676 author Novelxo.com mention any details. Follow Chapter 1676 and the latest season of this series at Novelxo.com.
The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet Chapter 1676
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