When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1143 He Is An Idiot

Fortunately, the parents didn’t dwell on their curiosity for too long. Once their own children appeared, they quickly turned their attention away from Elliot and dispersed.

After Elliot hopped into the car, the atmosphere immediately brightened with cheerful chatter and laughter.

The three of them set off toward the Rainswroth residence, where Elena felt her spirits lifting. It had been so long since she’d felt this happy. Elliot’s vibrant energy was infectious.

When they arrived at the mansion, they were greeteil by Cassandra, who had come over that day as well. As she watched Elena bring back Cecilia and Elliot, a flicker of displeasure crossed her face.

“Mom,” Cassandra greeted,

“Mm.” Elena responded with a gentle nod, treating her with the utmost courtesy.

Cassandra’s eyes darted to Cecilia, and her expression stiffened. She turned back to Elena, her voice a little sharp, “Mom, what brings Ms. Smith here?”

Ms. Smith?

The use of “Ms. Smith annoyed Elena, but given Cassandra’s ba

Speaking in a more measured tone, she replied. “Ceci has given birth to two children for our Rainsworth family, and the child she’s carrying now is also

further,

Cecilia–an orphan, and someone who isn’t even of the same social standing–as my sister–in–law? What on

curtly, but she made no move to greet Cecilia properly. Instead, she

with a smile. “Dinner will

“All right.” Cecilia replied.

contain his curiosity, Elliot looked up at Elena, his eyes wide with anticipation. “Grandma, can I see Daddy

lost his mind, but it still seemed so hard for

said gently. “Give it a

still in such a fragile, confused state. She feared it would be too much for the young boy

his disappointment

reassuring smile. “I’m going to go change my clothes. We’ll have dinner together in just a

Cassandra remained seated on the couch, her gaze fixed on Cecilia. Watching how carefully Cecilia doted on the frail child beside her, she couldn’t help but feel a surge of bitterness. Nathaniel had been reduced to a fool,

voice laced with disdain. “Do you honestly think Mom has grown fond of you! She’s only keeping you around because Nathaniel isn’t capable

and composed. “I don’t really care if others like me or not. But you…. are you upset that Mom treats me

seat, one hand protectively resting on her stomach. Her eyes were filled with arrogance. “Cecilia, don’t think for one second that you’re important just because you’re pregnant. I’m carrying a Rainsworth child

laugh. “Well, here’s to you