The Runaway Groom

Chapter 262

Ricky quickly tried to hide it. “Nothing…”

“Really?” Irene asked as she passed him his glass of water, clearly sounding doubtful.

Ricky averted his gaze, but soon came up with an excuse. “The logistics issue we had? It’s been resolved.”

Irene nodded. “You did well.”

“But you came up with that idea,” Ricky reminded her.

In fact, he was a little jealous. He must admit, their father had insight.

Even though it wasn’t one of Irene’s strengths, Lionel left Spencer Holdings in her care anyway, and she learned. quickly enough to resolve a potential crisis.

“I’m not that older than you. Just keep your mind working, and you’ll surpass me in a few years,” Irene said encouragingly the boy had matured considerably since Lionel’s passing.

Ricky flashed a rare smile. “Alright. Anyway, I think I’m fine here. You still have to take care of Tommy, don’t you? You should go.”

“Okay. Contact me anytime if something comes up,” Irene said as she stood. “Don’t forget your water.”

replied, reaching out with

and left the ward, closing the door

the walkway,

Ricky?” she asked, happy to see her

nodded, glancing at the food

“The food is as bland

surprised by how much Sheryl was caring

now consider him

mind, and

shook her head. “No. In

that Samantha was the

and Lionel’s

since gotten over it since Lionel’s passing, while Samantha received her just deserts for her

a child-he couldn’t have chosen his birth, and he wasn’t a bad person. Living with

too, making her more sympathetic even though she still had

and so said, “Don’t worry, Mom. I’ll take care of you when you

so petty even you’re a mother yourself now?” Sheryl smiled and gave Irene a gentle

“I’ve already checked on

You don’t have to worry about anything with me here, actually. Just take good care of Tommy,” Sheryl