I knew how obsessed Marcus was with me. He wouldn’t hurt me, but he could harm a newborn baby just to separate me and Anthony. Hence, I couldn’t reveal everything to him honestly.
I could only pretend to suffer from amnesia.
We spent some time together peacefully before fate brought me to Anthony again. It was a familiar but cruel moment, for Anthony didn’t seem to recognize me. Pain ripped through my heart when his indifferent gaze landed on me.
I could only watch, breathless with anger, as my son became a part of the Hall family.
After reuniting with Emery and Alexander, I thought things would get better, but they were also hiding something from me.
John was the only one who hadn’t changed. His jaw was unshaved, but he was still my brother who’d go against Anthony anytime to protect me.
That moment, I knew I could be Sienna Stanhope again.
However, I wasn’t sure if Anthony had been hypnotized.
If he had been hypnotized, why did he bring Gregory to provoke me and Marcus several times?
If he hadn’t been hypnotized, why did he ask me to pretend to be Sienna Stanhope?
Also, Anthony’s eyesight and the toxin in my body seemed to have faded away with time.
I was deep in thought when the sounds of footsteps jolted me out of my reverie. Turning slightly, I saw Anthony standing there. I didn’t even know he was here.
He was still wearing his apron as he stood expressionlessly beside the sink, his gaze fixated on me.
We had seen each other naked before, but I still instinctively slid in so the bubbles could cover my whole body.
After making sure I wasn’t exposed, I turned over and put on a calm front. “Don’t you know I’m taking a bath in private?”
“Mm,” came Anthony’s calm reply. “We have two kids. There’s no need to be shy.”
“Hey!” I can’t believe he’s using my words against me!
I nearly suffocated from fury.
Meanwhile, Anthony remained unfazed and righteous as though he was Superman in disguise.
The more I thought, the angrier I got. Immediately, I smirked as an idea came to me.
After confirming Anthony was still there, I schooled my expression into a seductive look. Rising from the tub, I pressed my body on the edge and winked at him invitingly.
“It’s no fun to take a bath alone. Won’t you come and join me? After all, you’re my most intimate partner in the world.”
I raised my hand and placed it at the edge of the tub, allowing water to drip down my hand before winking at him flirtatiously.
“Won’t you join me?”
I was certain he couldn’t resist my advances.
Hence, I flashed a smile and waited for him to react.
Anthony stood rooted to the spot. His gaze was burning with desire like it had caught fire.
He moved swiftly and took the bathrobe from the rack before throwing it to me without warning.
Before I could react, the bathrobe had covered my entire body. The romantic atmosphere was ruined, and I no longer looked sexy.
His voice rang out. “If you continue, the dishes will get cold. Don’t let Audrey wait too long.”
With that, he turned to leave. I removed the robe from my head to see his figure walking out of the bathroom. Furious, I flung the robe at his back.
What is this? Is he ignoring his wife because he has a daughter now?
That’s no fun!
When I arrived downstairs, dinner was ready. John and Anthony were waiting for me at the table with the kids.
Everyone only began eating after I took my seat.
Anthony was deadpanned as though he was working in his office. He could’ve easily intimidated the other party to give in.
However, Audrey didn’t seem to be afraid of him.
“Daddy, I want chicken wings!”
“Daddy, I want that thing in front of you.”
“More, Daddy!”
She was the only one giving orders throughout dinner.
Compared to her chattiness, Gregory was much quieter. He sat in his chair and munched on his food slowly. He seemed like a mini version of Anthony.
They were affected by the family environment they grew up in.
Audrey was brought up by the Stanhope family who adored her, so she was cheeky and lively.
Gregory was raised by Anthony. As a result of his strict upbringing, he treated dinner as part of his everyday routine.
He was just a little kid, but he was exactly like Anthony and treated outsiders coldly. If he were to treat his family this coolly, he might end up leading a lonely life.
At that thought, I tried to teach him how to help others.
“Gregory, I like that dish in front of you. Can you help me get it?”
“Gregory, your sister can’t reach that. Take care of her.”
Soon, Gregory knew how to express his feelings by helping others. Audrey learned from her brother and stopped chattering. Instead, she helped Gregory to get the food he couldn’t reach.
Dinner soon became a very heartwarming event.
Yet, John was complaining for he was considered an “outsider.”
“You’re making me feel lonely.” John threw his fork away. “Huh, I’ve lost my appetite.”
I arched a brow at his reaction. “Are you alright?”
Before he could reply, Audrey jumped out of her chair and scurried around the table before coming to a stop beside John. She stood on tiptoe and tugged on the corner of his jacket. “Uncle John, I’ll give you all my delicious food. Don’t be sad.”
John picked her up so she could sit in his lap. He was grinning from ear to ear. “Okay. Let’s eat together. You are my all-time favorite, Audrey!”
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