That was unexpected. After everything that had happened to Sally, she moved to the suburbs of K City for a change of environment. I assumed she would be living out the rest of her life peacefully herself. Never did I expect her to find a new partner, much less a kid.

I replied, “That’s good to know. After all, she spent half her life embroiled with the White family. Now that she’s found someone she wants to start a family with, she won’t be lonely anymore.”

Cameron nodded. “Indeed. As we age, we fear loneliness. That’s why you and Ashton should hurry up and have kids to liven up the house. Look at Emery, her child’s almost six months old now. Don’t worry, I’ll pass my work responsibilities to Nick and help you with child-rearing.”

“I’ll just let nature take its course. Besides, Summer is practically under your care now. You’ll have a hard time handling two kids.”

“No biggie. I mean, isn’t your dad very free nowadays? Get him a child to curb that bad temper of his.” She laughed at her own words.

Afraid that Summer might wake up, we tiptoed our way out of her room.

 

After my chat with Cameron, I drove over to Fuller Corporation to meet Ashton for dinner. In the lobby, I saw Stella coming out of the lift, holding a pink lunchbox. Her rosy cheeks radiating with happiness. Is she dating?

“Ms. Collins!” My sudden greeting almost caused her to drop her lunchbox.

 

 face turned pale from shock. I felt a pang of guilt for frightening

thought you’d seen me.” She was probably too immersed in

palpitating heart. “I’m so sorry Mrs. Fuller!

for calling you out suddenly.

behind her. “No!

just started dating or had a crush on someone. “Go for it! Women look the most charming when they’re taking the

a few moments before looking up

it.” I patted her shoulder before entering

one of his secretaries printing some documents. She

bit off, I paid no heed.

“He is.”

entered his office without knocking and saw him in front of

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