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 little sweethearts from a past life. Are you not going to

her response, Cedrick locked his gaze with Gwendolyn’s, his dark eyes filled with an eternal, romantic sweetness.

brother, Benny. He will be responsible for doting

nodded contentedly as the

returned to the driver’s seat, fastened his seatbelt,

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 her. knees, and he carried her out

the evening’s rosy hues, Cedrick strolled through the winding alleyways with Gwendolyn in his

man’s ear, “We are having dinner with Grandpa. Isn’t

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

he insisted on carrying her, Gwendolyn had no choice but to go along with it..

they entered

front gate upon hearing they were

saw the couple approaching, he wheeled Valentino

grandson and granddaughter–in–law have

Gwendolyn like a cherished princess.

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

the air, their hearts brimming with

echoed with enthusiasm, “Grandpa is right. Being able to marry Gwendolyn is the greatest blessing of my life. I must cherish and adore her for the rest of

words, Valentino’s and Logan’s smiles

My dear Gwendolyn, make sure to eat

playfully, “It’s our duty to help improve the country’s

couldn’t help but feel a mix of shyness and 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

remained unfazed

than anyone whether he could fulfill that role.

manic disorder had not yet been cured, and she was worried about passing the illness to their

did not plan on having another child for

he said, “All right, Grandpa, I’m famished. Let’s head

headed to the dining room and savored

dinner, Gwendolyn went to visit her

days, Benedict and Zendaya seemed to have grown well. Gwendolyn couldn’t help but marvel at how they had grown plumper, further enhancing their adorable and endearing

second spent with the babies, basking in the pure joy that radiated from

close to half–past nine. Gwendolyn became aware

Valentino, Cedrick and Gwendolyn

arrived, Gwendolyn headed straight