The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 813 Benedict Is A Feisty One

Cedrick was taken aback but quickly responded, “Of course I refuse to sleep in the study. I want to sleep on the other half of your bed.”

Pursing her lips into a smile, Gwendolyn continued, “What I mean is, if you mess this up, you won’t even get to sleep in the study. You, my dear, will just have to make do with the garden.”

Cedrick was rendered speechless.

Gwendolyn’s voice was so soft that only the two of them could hear it. Yet the brief sentence was enough. to instantly cause Cedrick’s expression to change.

He was willing to go through hell and high water, but to sleep separately from his wife was something he would never accept.

That was simply the cruelest punishment in the world to him.

He quickly responded, “Don’t worry, my dear wife. These are no more than childish games. They’re not even worth mentioning.”

“The game is about to start. Could all mothers and children please take a seat according to your names?”

Since it was a rare treat to play such an interesting game with her mother, Zendaya was beyond excited, enthusiastically picking up the paintbrush and starting to paint on the canvas with great gusto.

The theme was “The Little Man on the Elephant.” Zendaya was responsible for drawing the little man, while Gwendolyn took care of the elephant and all the other intricate details.

As Gwendolyn had spent a few days systematically learning how to paint in the past, mother and daughter quickly finished their artwork and handed it over to the teacher.

Before leaving the art studio, Zendaya proudly showed her work to the other children. Her beautiful eyes sparkled with joy as she said, “My mommy is really talented. You guys should work hard too.”

“My mommy is also very good! Don’t get too cocky, Zendaya!”

“Bleh…”

Zendaya made two funny faces, then went outside with Gwendolyn.

The outdoor venue was all set, awaiting the participation of parents and children alike..

out, Cedrick had already spoken to the teacher, explaining the situation. Not only did he want Zendaya to participate

exceptionally handsome, the teacher naturally wouldn’t refuse and

could also participate in the activities, Benedict’s little face was full of disdain,

saw through him but chose not to expose it. He bent down to pick Benedict up before heading

parents and children emerged from indoors, and the outdoor

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to manage activities for two children at

the two children to crawl through. Fortunately,

obstacle challenge. They had to hold the designated

and Zendaya steadily made their way

the slight hesitation in Zendaya at the final leap, the three of them smoothly made it through.

had a little boy who was always secretly vying with Benedict. He was determined not to let Benedict get

climbing challenge, only Zendaya could participate. Benedict couldn’t

when it came to climbing. It was the result of her regular practice

attached to her. The little girl effortlessly climbed to

in her hand, was hopping excitedly on stage.

in the final event, the upward curve of his lips betrayed his emotions. He responded to Zendaya with a haughty tone,

her hands and praised, “Zendaya,

way up to Benedict and presented the prize to him. “Benny, this is my gift to you. I’m not a child anymore. I

of children, finding joy was a simple matter.

it came to such activities where they could show

forehead. With a smile, Gwendolyn

disdain, considering it a childish thing. He said aloofly, “Considering all the

the prize tightly, not letting go

of

girls are so annoying.” Isn’t it tiring to keep hugging all

events, the kindergarten principal picked up the microphone and

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