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.”

They say daughters are their father’s little sweethearts

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

big brother, Benny. He will be responsible for

the arrangement seemed reasonable.

Cedrick returned to the driver’s seat, fastened his seatbelt, and drove off.

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

rosy hues, Cedrick strolled through the winding alleyways with

ear, “We are having dinner with Grandpa. Isn’t this a little too

mind such a display of affection. Nobody can stop me from

Gwendolyn had no choice but to go along

few minutes later, they entered the

waiting at the front gate upon hearing they

saw the couple approaching, he wheeled Valentino

granddaughter–in–law have

delighted to see Cedrick carrying Gwendolyn like a cherished princess. It was

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

Logan’s laughter filled the air, their hearts brimming with uncontainable happiness.

is the greatest blessing of my life. I must cherish and adore her

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

has prepared all of Gwendolyn’s favorite dishes. My dear Gwendolyn, make sure to eat plenty, and let’s hope I

to help improve the country’s birth rates.”

and delight in response to their comments. “Grandpa, please stop teasing me. It’s

lips twitched as he remained unfazed by the banter.

than anyone whether he could

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

did not plan on having another

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

the dining room and savored their dinner.

to visit her

for the past two days, Benedict and Zendaya seemed to have grown well. Gwendolyn couldn’t help but marvel at how they had grown plumper, further enhancing

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

and it was close to half–past nine. Gwendolyn became

exchanging goodbyes with Valentino, Cedrick and Gwendolyn made their way back to

they arrived, Gwendolyn headed straight to