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.”

couldn’t help but feel a little dissatisfied. “And what about Zendy? They say daughters are their father’s

Cedrick locked his gaze with Gwendolyn’s, his dark eyes filled with an eternal,

He will be

nodded contentedly as the arrangement seemed

indulging in their tender moments, Cedrick returned to the driver’s seat, fastened his seatbelt, and

soon arrived at the Jenson residence’s garage, and as Gwendolyn was about to get out of the car, Cedrick had already moved to the passenger side, opening the door for her. His arm slipped behind

of the evening’s rosy hues, Cedrick strolled through the winding

whispered in the man’s ear, “We are having dinner with Grandpa. Isn’t this a

Gwenny. Grandpa won’t mind such a display of affection. Nobody can stop me from doting. on my

on carrying her, Gwendolyn had no choice but to

they

front gate upon hearing

couple approaching,

and granddaughter–in–law have arrived. How

a cherished princess. It was a heartwarming and affectionate

to care for others. My precious granddaughter–in–law deserves all the love

filled the air, their hearts brimming

Gwendolyn is the greatest blessing of my

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

Valentino urged with excitement. “The kitchen has prepared all of Gwendolyn’s favorite dishes. My dear Gwendolyn, make sure to eat plenty, and

“It’s our duty to

please stop teasing me. It’s not within my control to decide such matters. We’ll have to see if Cedrick can rise to

twitched as he remained unfazed by

better than anyone whether he could fulfill that

her manic disorder had not yet been cured, and she was worried about passing the illness to their children. The thought of them enduring the pain weighed heavily on her mind.

on having another child for the next

the topic, he said, “All right, Grandpa, I’m famished. Let’s head inside and enjoy our meal.”

to the dining room and savored their dinner.

to visit her children.

and Zendaya seemed to have grown well. Gwendolyn couldn’t help but marvel

with the babies, basking in the pure

evening sky grew darker, and it was close to half–past nine. Gwendolyn

goodbyes with Valentino, Cedrick and Gwendolyn made their

arrived, Gwendolyn headed straight to the