On the cozy bed, a fierce competition for Gwendolyn’s attention erupted between the two little ones.

Zendaya and Benedict both vied for the prime spot next to their beloved mother, even tussling to snuggle up to her.

Benedict, being the more mature and sensible older brother, eventually conceded defeat.

He graciously shifted his little pillow next to Cedrick’s.

After a good half-hour of chaos, the family finally settled down, ready to drift off into dreamland.

Little did they suspect that as soon as the lights went out, a tiny voice belonging to Zendaya pierced the darkness.

“Mommy, my heart is racing like crazy. I just can’t fall asleep,” Zendaya whimpered, her voice carrying a tinge of desperation.

Cedrick, his voice laced with lazy amusement, chimed in. “Zendy, you were sprinting like a cheetah before bedtime. It’s no wonder you’re all wound up.”

Gwendolyn remained silent.

While Zendaya struggled to find sleep, Benedict desperately needed it.

Gwendolyn could see the exhaustion etched on his face. After spending hours in the lab receiving treatments, Benedict deserved a restful night at home.

While she was pondering a solution, Cedrick proposed one. “What if your mommy tells you both a bedtime story?”

Zendaya perked up. “Yes, please!”

Benedict rolled his eyes. “That’s boring.”

Cedrick had a secret agenda. He was hoping that exposing Benedict to more fairy tales and their enchanting lessons might soften his precocious and adult-like demeanor.

He insisted, “Benny, you’ve never experienced your mommy’s storytelling, have you? Consider it a new experience, and it’ll also help soothe Zendy to sleep.”

Benedict grudgingly shifted his position, tucking his arms in. “Whatever. Girls are so troublesome. Even when it comes to bedtime, they want attention before they’re willing to sleep.”

paid no mind to her big brother’s grumbling and lovingly

I’m not being troublesome. Just give

and a flicker of curiosity danced in his eyes.

Gwendolyn exchanged a look. Cedrick’s gaze seemed to convey

haste, Gwendolyn retrieved a worn-out fairy tale book from the bedside table. Flipping through the pages, she began her melodious narration

his arm on the bed and casually supporting his head as he absorbed every word

bedroom of Harrick Villa, an aura of warmth

tender as Gwendolyn was surrounded by her little

the mermaid finally fulfilled her wish and turned into a beautiful young lady. She reunited with the prince at the grand ball, got married, and had two adorable little babies. They were never apart again

bedroom was filled

the bedside lamp, Cedrick and the two little children had surrendered to

on their peaceful faces, her eyes eventually fixating on Cedrick’s handsome

her lips. With a gentle flick, she switched off the lamp, surrendering herself to

“Daddy” at

opportunity to spread some juicy

extremely insulting and went far beyond just

situation, he swiftly contained the news and even asked Nico to withdraw a promising

Cloudington Group incurred

the world did you rub Mr. Jenson the wrong way during your date yesterday? With Jenson Group canceling their collaboration with our Cloudington Group, this is like a clear warning to our family. You have no idea who he is in the business world. He’s like a ruthless and decisive Grim Reaper. Cross him, and he can make even century-old empires crumble into dust. How on earth did you manage to

half-asleep, was utterly confused

When was this? How could I possibly

feeling like a storm of frustration was building up inside him. He

the collaboration cancellation. He had this cold expression, and I knew he was clearly holding back his anger. When I asked him why, he

from. “Dad, I haven’t even met Cedrick Jenson. How could I

as she questioned their daughter, “Jess, tell

“Okay.”

of the previous day. She had only done a few things, so she quickly narrated everything to her parents. Except for the blind

playing around with a mistress, and get this, he even fathered an illegitimate child. He had the audacity to come for a date with me, probably hoping I’d legitimize his illegitimate child and allow her to bear

a mile wide. She’s a mouthy little devil, and I couldn’t stand her. I lost my cool and lashed out at her a bit. After that, I reached out to some newspapers and reporters to expose Charles’ wild ways. But it looks like I didn’t give enough money, as no juicy Newton Group scandals made headlines from last night until this morning. I guess the plan didn’t

Eva exchanged puzzled looks, trying to make sense of Jessamyn’s

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