Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)

Chapter 211

Clara Calloway was startled and immediately looked up. “When did you get here? Why didn’t you make a sound?”

“It’s just that you were so engrossed in your work, you didn’t notice me

Clara waved the blueprint in her hand, “I’m just interested’ Suddenly not having to draw designs, it feels a bit off”

Emmett raised an eyebrow, “Do you need me to get you more tasks then?”

“No need for now! I want to see the result after the review.” Clara gave a bitter smile, “Although finishing the design made me feel accomplished, realized I’ve been neglecting the kids! I’ve been busy at work in the company. Even when I get home, I get straight back to work. I’ve had no time for Aiden and Alex! I feel guilty”

Emmett smiled, “They’re lucky to have a mother like you.” After all, a stepmother doing this much, that was pretty impressive.

Clara gave an awkward smile, a hint of guilt flashing in her eyes.

those two smart kids! They’ve given me so much inspiration

about me?” Emmett moved close to her face, pulling her into his

a bit, fearing he’d do something

Then…

pills suddenly fell out of her bag!

followed, his brows furrowing immediately.

a hurry: you even went

saw a drugstore on the way,

tie, he muttered, “I have

away without any hesitation.

box of pills in her hand, letting out a helpless sigh. She saw Emmett

to just blurt out the truth to Emmett! But then, she’d involve Elio Milburn,

be exposed. By then, even if Emmett didn’t lash out at her, it would put Elio in a tight spot.

getting Elio involved. Now he was living on edge like her, afraid that any little mistake could bring disaster to the whole family.

of water, then turned back to her chair. Although she knew it would upset Emmett, now was really not the