The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 548 The Basement Plan Failed

Gwendolyn brushed off her concerns about Annie and refocused on her work.

Time seemed to pass faster when she was engrossed in her tasks.

Just as she was about to sign the final document, her phone alarm sounded.

It was the alarm she had set half an hour earlier, a reminder of her plans with Cedrick.

They were scheduled to have dinner with Valentino at his villa; it was also an opportunity to check if Benedict and Zendaya were well cared for.

If things didn’t go according to plan, Gwendolyn held onto the hope that Cedrick’s strategy would succeed, allowing her to bring the children back home at the earliest opportunity. The presence of her little ones would bring a much–needed sense of security and comfort to their lives..

As she pondered these thoughts, Gwendolyn tidied her desk and prepared to leave for the day.

As soon as she stepped out of her office, her phone buzzed with a call from Cedrick.

“Darling, I’m already in the parking lot.

“That’s fast.”

Cedrick chuckled softly. “When it comes to picking up my wife, I’m always prompt.”

His response warmed Gwendolyn’s heart as she quickly made her way downstairs.

In the underground parking lot, Cedrick leaned casually against the car, his face as strikingly handsome as ever.

Upon seeing Gwendolyn, he opened the car door and, as usual, covered the roof with his hand to ensure she didn’t bump her head while getting in. He then leaned down and helped her fasten the seatbelt.

Taking advantage of the proximity, Gwendolyn playfully pecked his cheek.

“My love, you’ve pampered me to the point of helplessness. If I were ever to leave you, I don’t think I could even take care of myself.”

Cedrick cupped her cheek with one hand and kissed her lips, savoring her sweetness.

“We shall never part. My love for you is irreplaceable, and no one can take you away from me.”

dissatisfied. “And what about Zendy? They say daughters are their father’s little sweethearts from a past life. Are you not going to spoil her

locked his gaze with Gwendolyn’s, his dark eyes filled with

be responsible for doting and taking care of her.”

contentedly as the arrangement seemed

the driver’s seat, fastened his seatbelt, and

Jenson residence’s garage, and as Gwendolyn was about to get out of the car, Cedrick had already moved to the passenger

soft glow of the evening’s rosy hues, Cedrick strolled through the

having dinner with Grandpa. Isn’t this a

such a display of affection. Nobody can stop me from doting. on my wife.”

he insisted on carrying her, Gwendolyn had no

few minutes later, they entered the

the front gate upon hearing they were coming for

Logan saw the couple approaching, he wheeled Valentino toward

granddaughter–in–law

Cedrick carrying Gwendolyn like a cherished princess. It was

others. My precious granddaughter–in–law deserves

Logan’s laughter filled the air, their

to marry Gwendolyn is the greatest blessing of my life. I must cherish and adore her for the rest

by his words, Valentino’s and Logan’s smiles widened, their faces radiant with pure

Valentino urged with excitement. “The kitchen has prepared all of Gwendolyn’s favorite dishes. My dear Gwendolyn, make sure to eat plenty, and let’s hope I can see you pregnant for a second

“It’s our duty to help improve the country’s birth

delight in response to their comments. “Grandpa, please stop teasing me. It’s not within my control to decide such matters. We’ll have to see if Cedrick can rise to the

remained unfazed by the

anyone whether he could fulfill that role.

disorder had not yet been cured, and she was worried about passing the illness to their children. The thought of them

did not plan on having another child for the

an attempt to change the topic, he said, “All right, Grandpa, I’m famished. Let’s head inside

to the dining room and savored their

dinner, Gwendolyn went to

attentive care of Valentino and Zoey for the past two days, Benedict and Zendaya seemed to have grown well.

the babies, basking in the pure joy that radiated

to half–past nine. Gwendolyn became aware that her sickness would soon act

and Gwendolyn made their way back to Harrick Villa.

headed straight