The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 808 Two Troublesome Children.

As his wife held him, Cedrick felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction. Suppressing the urge to cough, he spoke softly. “You’re right to scold me, Darling. I should’ve been more considerate tonight. If it will appease your anger, I don’t mind accepting some domestic punishment.”

“I can’t believe you’re still in the mood for jokes right now.” Irritated, Gwendolyn playfully punched him.

At that moment, Cedrick frowned, unable to resist drawing in a sharp breath.

Noticing his unusual reaction, Gwendolyn quickly expressed concern. “What’s wrong? Did I hurt you? Or are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere? Nico! Hurry, get the doctor to come over and check on

Cedrick!”

Cedrick took her hand, smiling faintly, and leaned his face closer. “I’m fine. All I need is a kiss from my wife.”

Gwendolyn stared at him. Still uneasy, she called for a doctor to examine him.

Upon examination, the doctor found that Cedrick had only suffered minor superficial injuries.

Knowing he was all right, Gwendolyn was completely relieved and left with him in the same car.

She had been on edge all night, and only then did her heart calm down. Leaning on Cedrick’s shoulder. she fell asleep.

Nico turned around and called out Cedrick’s name, but Cedrick immediately made a quiet gesture. My wife has been tired all night. She needs to rest well.

Seeing the concern in Cedrick’s eyes, Nico merely shrugged.

Sensing the warmth between the couple, Nico tactfully raised the partition between the front and back seats. He turned on the air conditioning, adjusting the temperature inside the car to a comfortable level.

They had the situation under control there, but over at the lab, all hell broke loose.

Zendaya woke up in the middle. Upon not seeing Gwendolyn, she burst into tears, giving Charles quite a

scare.

“Are you having a nightmare? I’m here. There’s no need to be afraid,” reassured Charles.

Zendaya looked around but couldn’t find Gwendolyn. Her crying intensified. “Where’s Mommy? I want Mommy. Does Daddy and Mommy not want me and Benny anymore?”

little girl had been feeling insecure ever

such, she would become unbearably anxious if she couldn’t

He sat up and looked at Charles with a cold expression. questioning, “Charles, tell me, has something happened again?”

Gwendolyn quietly stepped outside to make a phone call. He noticed it and was certain that something

They’ll be back soon. It’s only halfway through the night. Why don’t you sleep a bit more? By the time

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me like a child. If you don’t

don’t tell us, my brother and I will go

ourselves.”

children. Charles could only sigh in resignation.

Uncle Charles. Did something happen to Mommy and Daddy?”

questioning from the two, Charles finally gave in and called

the call connected, Nico lowered his voice and answered,

for their parents. I really can’t soothe them. You should talk to them.” Charles switched his

go to sleep. When you wake up, you’ll be able

excuses made by adults. If there’s

Cedrick

embarrassed. “I’m

the couple was really tired.

anymore? Your parents are worn out from handling their affairs. Why don’t you let

Nico, please take good care of my dad and mom. My brother and I will be good

Zendaya pouted slightly, obediently nestling into Charles’ embrace. Her small body still trembled occasionally from her recent crying. Exhausted from crying, she fell asleep on his

a snort, Benedict moved further away from Charles and slept too.

of the sky gradually receded, revealing an incredibly bright, clear

after the rain.

as Gwendolyn and Cedrick arrived at the

had just woken up. Suppressing the surprise in his eyes,

held him in her arms, gently patting his small.

gently put him down, coaxing him to sleep a little longer. Once he fell asleep again, she left the ward

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much,”