Layla showed a pitying look, then said, “Sure! It’s Children’s Day tomorrow.I want to buy a present for Shea! She’s always the one giving us presents.”
Hayden did not express his objection.His silence was a sign of his agreement.
After hesitating for a moment, Averie added, “Elyette Foster will be joining us for dinner tomorrow.”
The children stared at her with widened eyes.They did not protest.
Averie could not figure out what they were thinking.
At 9 p.m.that night, once the lights were turned off in the children’s bedroom, the siblings began their nightly conversation.
“I don’t feel like having dinner with Dirtbag Dad,” Layla said as she pouted her lips unhappily. “Listen to Mommy,” Hayden said. Hayden despised Elyette more than Layla did, but he knew that he could not upset his mother right now. Otherwise, Averie and the baby she was carrying might be in danger. “Okay…Do you think the baby will live with us once it’s born?” “I don’t know.”
“I feel like living with it sometimes, but sometimes I don’t…I don’t want it stealing my toys, but I’m also worried it would get picked on at Dirtbag Dad’s place.”
“Go to sleep.” Hayden only wanted his mother to be happy. Everything else was secondary. The next morning, Elyette’s car pulled up outside of Averie’s house. When he called her last night, he had said that he would wait for her at the hospital. That was the original plan, but he could not sleep a wink all night. Coincidentally, Averie also woke up earlier than usual today. She got out of bed, then walked to the windows and opened up the curtains. s the morning sun poured into the room, she followed the light and saw Elyette’s familiar silhouette outside.
Elyette was standing as straight and as still as a statue a t the front gate of Averie’s house. Averie’s heart began to pound wildly against her chest! She rushed back to the side of her bed and picked up her phone to check if Elyette had called or left any text messages.He did not.He did not contact her at all that morning.
When did he arrive? Why was he here this early? If she had not noticed him, would he have waited silently out there the entire time? Averie quickly changed into a dress from her closet, then rushed down the stairs.
When the front door of the villa opened, Elyette’s deep set, hawk-like eyes looked over.
Dressed in a white dress, Averie slowly walked out of the house.
Elyette lifted his wrise and glanced at the time on his watch.
It was only seven in the morning.
Why was Averie ups o early? Do pregnant women not tend to suffer from lethargy? Averie arrived at the front of the yard and opened the gate.
“What are you doing here?” she asked as she gave Elyette a once over.
His bloodshot eyes told her that he most likely did not sleep much the night before.
“I came to pick you up,” Elyette croaked.
“It’s still early. You should get some more sleep.” “I can’t go back to sleep now that I’m awake.” “Shall we go get some breakfast, then?” he suggested, “I’m supposed to fast for one of the tests later,” Averie replied. “Let’s go to the hospital now, then!” Elyette was worried she might get hungry if they dragged things on for too long.
Averie nodded, then turned into the house to grab her things. Moments later, she emerged with her bag. Once she got in the car, she did not immediately fasten her seatbelt, but said, We’re going to Elizabeth Hospital.” “Okay.” Averie did not expect Elyette to agree to this so easily.
Elizabeth Hospital was Wesley’s workplace, DAp&{uNJ she remembered that Elyette was not his biggest fan. Once she fastened her seatbelt, they began their car journey. It was not even eight in the morning when they arrived at the hospital. Wesley was waiting at the hospital in advance, and had already arranged for a series of routine tests.
“Let’s draw some blood first,” he said as he led them toward the lab. “Did you ask Wesley to come to the hospital this early, Elyette?” Averie asked softly as she and Elyette trailed along behind Wesley. “He told me to let him know when we were on our way,” Elyette responded in the same soft tone. “Have you guys been in touch?” Averie asked in surprise.
“We’ve been in touch for a while.” Elyette’s answer made her think of Professor Hough. Time was a cruel mistress. Some of the things that happened in the past were brushed aside and slowly forgotten with time. Averie almost forgot that Elyette knew Professor Hough way before she did. He had given it his all for the sake of Shea’s illness. It was noon once all the tests were done. Wesley invited Averie and Elyette to his house for lunch. Once there, Wesley’s mother took a look at Elyette, then said with a smile, “You’re an exceptional man, Mr.Foster.I’d choose you, too, if I was Averie.”
Both Elyette and Averie blushed. “Don’t just say whatever you want, Mom Their relationship isn’t what you think it is,” Wesley said. Wesley’s mother let out a bitter chuckle, then said, “With your emotional intelligence, you can practically say goodbye to any chance of love. Why would they be having a baby together if they were not in that kind of relationship?” Wesley was at a loss for words. Averie felt uneasy and was about to explain. At that moment, Elyette held onto her hand tightly under the table.Averie’s body instantly began to burn up.
Averie’s mind went blank.She forgot everything she wanted to say.
“They’re not even denying it! Hahaha!” teased Wesley’s mother.
Wesley scratched his head, then awkwardly changed the subject.
“The results from the blood test should be out by the time we’re done with lunch.”
Averie nodded, then lowered her head and began to eat.
After lunch, Averie insisted that Wesley did not need t o accompany her back to the hospital to get her results.She already felt bad for troubling him that morning.
Wesley’s house was near the hospital, so Averie and Elyette walked to the hospital together.
“Why didn’t you let me explain earlier? Do you find pleasure in ambiguity?” she mocked.
“We’re not exactly close to Mrs.Brook, so there’s no need to argue with her.” Elyette walked by her side as he kept his eyes peeled on their environment.
“You might not be close to her, but I am.”
“Since you know her so well, you can explain things to her at any time.” When the light at the crosswalk turned green, Elyette naturally grabbed Averie’s HDDr%\WMN and led her across the street. “I can walk by myself,” Averie said as she shook his hand off. Then, she glanced coldly at him and said, “I will only admit that you are the father to my child.I won’t acknowledge any other connection with you.” “Even if you don’t acknowledge me as the father of your child, it’s the truth,” Elyette reminded her. “We just need to maintain this relationship.” Averie had nothing to say. They arrived at the hospital and got her the results from the checkup. Averie went through each report in detail. “How is it? Is it okay?” Elyette asked anxiously. “Is what okay?” Averie said without looking up. “Are these results yours or the baby’s?”
Elyette did not understand much about these things, because Averie was now made up of two people. Averie’s eyes shot up as she said, “The baby’s still tiny! We can only check on its condition through an ultrasound for now.” “I see.These blood results are fine, right?” “The results for syphilis and gonorrhea are going to take another week,” Averie said as she shoved the reports into her bag. Elyette was taken aback, then comforted her and said, “It’s impossible for you to get those diseases.” “Are you saying I’m a woman of virtue?” Averie said. “Thanks, but no matter how virtuous I am, I could still catch the consequences of your promiscuity.” Elyette was speechless. “I’m taking a cab home,” Averie said. ”You can leave!”
She pulled out her phone and booked a cab online. Elyette should have held her back and insisted on taking her home. However, he was stunned for a good few seconds, and Averie had already walked away from him by the time he snapped back to reality. Her words hurt him deeply. He did medical checkups every year. He was perfectly healthy and did not carry any of those nasty diseases! Even so, Averie was still suspicious of him! That afternoon, Averie took a peaceful nap. By the time she woke up and picked up her phone to check the time, it was already five in the evening.
She remembered their dinner with Elyette and quickly pulled back the covers. She fixed herself up, then walked out of the bedroom. The door to the children’s room was open, and Layla’s laughter could be heard from the hallway. Averie walked in to find the room in a complete mess! Her brows instantly furrowed. Layla’s many clothes were usually kept in the closet, but her clothes were now scattered all over the room. She was wearing a white, puffy dress.
It was her birthday gift from Tammy the year before. She loved it, and it immediately turned into her number one favorite dress. Did Layla choose to wear this dress today because it was Children’s Day, or because she was going to meet her father tonight? At that thought, Averie could not bring herself to reprimand her daughter about the mess. She had always known that Layla was a little fond of Elyette. Not many people can resist a handsome, capable man after all.
Although Elyette once had a relationship with Zoe, rumors about his love life were less scandalous compared to successful men.
At six in the evening, Averie and the children arrived a t the restaurant that Elyette sent her the location to the night before.
Elyette had reserved a private VIP room.
When Averie mentioned the room number at the reception desk, a waiter immediately led them to the room.
The moment they stepped in, Layla exclaimed in shock! “Mommy! It’s beautiful here!”
The room was decorated in a Children’s Day theme.
The colorful balloons, lights and flowers, as well as the presents that covered the floor left them in awe.
“What’s in all these gift boxes, Mommy?” Layla asked as she picked up one of the presents.
“They’re decorations.There’s nothing inside of them, ” Averie said.
The waiter smiled and said, “Actually, Miss Tate, there are gifts in every single one of these boxes.Mr.Foster was the one who prepared them.They’re all Children’s Day gifts for you and your children.”
Averie was stunned.
Her lips moved, but she did not know what to say. “Miss Tate, Mr.Foster said to serve the food if you arrive before him,” said the waiter. “Would you like dinner to be served now?” Averie shook her head DAV’UJK said, “We’ll wait for him.” Dinner was on Elyette, so it did not feel right to start eating before he arrived. Besides, the dining table was covered in all kinds of fruit, desserts and snacks. “Alright. Please call for me if you require any assistance.
I’ll be waiting right outside,” said the waiter before leaving the room. Layla wanted to open the presents, but Hayden stopped her. “I’m just lookin, Hayden,” Layla said as she put ona pitiful face.
“Dirtbags are the best at wooing women. You’d definitely like the presents he gives you,” Hayden said. Layla pouted, then reluctantly put down the gift box. Averie saw how much her daughter wanted to open the gifts, then said, “Hayden, no matter what presents Elyette Foster gives you, I can always return a gift to him.Let’s let Layla open them! We should have some fun today.”
Layla leaped in joy upon receiving her mother’s permission. “I promise I’ll just take a look, Mommy! I won’t take them with me!” Averie agreed, but since she was worried that Layla might not be able to open the presents herself, she walked over to help.
Hayden had no interest in the presents, so he took a seat at the table.He was a little hungry. Normally, they would have already finished dinner by this time. Averie opened up the first gift and pulled out an exquisite fighter jet model. It looked like a miniature version of the real thing. The quality was exceptional.
Layla grabbed the model, then ran over to Hayden and said, “Hayden! Didn’t you say that I’d like anything Dirtbag Dad gave me? Well, I don’t like this one very much, but I think you would.” Averie opened up another gift to reveal a child’s tiara that was embellished with colorful gemstones. Sparkling accessories like this were Layla’s favorite. There were a total of eighteen presents Eight for a boy and eight for a girl. When Averie was tired of opening presents, she pulled out her phone to check the time.Her back broke into a cold sweat when she saw what time it was.
It was already seven in the evening, but Elyette was nowhere in sight! The children were hungry and were sullenly snacking at the table The presents were beautiful, but how could Elyette make them wait this long? Averie’s emotions were a mess.She dialed Elyette’s number, and her call was answered more than a few seconds later. “Elyette…” she began. As she was about to ask if he was stuck in traffic or if something important came up, she heard Zoe’s coquettish voice come through the phone. “Elyette, if Averie didn’t kill our baby…He would be celebrating Children’s Day today, too!” Zoe sobbed. “Did you forget about our son? He looked so much like you… How could you forget him?!” A high-pitched buzz rang in Averie’s head as the color drained from her face!
Elyette did not come to dinner because he was with Zoe.This was not what hurt Averie the most.
The most painful thing was remembering the fact that Elyette and Zoe once shared a child together.
Moreover, Zoe had accused Averie of murdering her child…
And Elyette had believed her.
Otherwise, Averie would not be pregnant with his baby right now.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.
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