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“Aren’t you eager to go home? Aren’t you concerned about your sister crying?” Noah questioned.
Tyler grumbled internally. ‘So you know about my sister crying, huh? Why didn’t you send us home earlier, then?‘
Tyler turned his attention to Liora. “Do you miss Mommy, Lia?”
Liora thought for a moment and replied, “Mommy is busy. I don’t want to bother her!”
Tyler smirked and glanced at Noah challengingly. “See? We’re not in a hurry.”
Noah’s lips twitched, and he wondered where the children got their attitude. Do I need to show them a paternity test so they can learn to respect their father?
Noah furrowed his brow. “Aren’t you concerned about your mother bring worried?”
“How do you know if Mommy is worried? Maybe it’s you who’s worried. Tyler retorted.
Noah was at a loss for words.
Noticing Noah’s silence, Tyler asked, “Mister, why do you want my mother to come to you?”
Noah’s expression turned serious “Don’t involve yourself in grown–up matters!”
He put on his coat and left the house shortly after.
Tyler couldn’t help but grumble to himself, Scumbag Daddy! Since you don’t want to acknowledge
Lia and me as your kids, I won’t acknowledge you as my father either!
Axel sighed, realizing his father would take a while to win his mother’s heart.
River’s sleep in the hospital was interrupted by her ringing phone. She answered, and Kenny’s voice came through. “G, we have a meeting today. Why aren’t you here yet?”
River snapped to attention. She had almost forgotten that today was when they were deciding on the first clothing design.
She checked the time and hurriedly sat up, realizing it was already 8:30 am. She swiftly kicked off her blanket and slipped on her shoes. Tm on my way, sorry!”
Kenny continued. “I understand you’re in a tough spot, but you can’t neglect the company. The first garment we produce is crucial!”
After a short exchange, River ended the call
River sighed as she looked at Lily, whose head was heavily bandaged and who had an oxygen. mask on She tucked in Lily’s blanket and said, “Lily, I need to go to work. I’ll be back to check on you later.”
As River prepared to leave, Scott entered the room, appearing tired. Seeing River dressed.
neatly, he asked softly, “Off to work?”
River nodded. “I have some company matters to handle. Lily.
Scott smiled reassuringly. “I’ll take care of things here. You go ahead.”
River felt a hint of quilt for all that Scott had done for her. She took a deep breath and uttered,
Scott, when Lily’s safe, let’s talk.”
She couldn’t watch Scott spending his youth on unreciprocated love. She knew he had waited all along, and she needed someone reliable for her children.
Scott nodded. “Of course.”
Later in the afternoon, River received a call from Axel
Her fatigued expression softened as she greeted, “Axel.”
A mix of grievance and excitement laced Liora’s voice as she exclaimed, “Mommy, it’s Lia!”
River’s heart felt heavy upon hearing her daughter’s voice. No matter how exhausted she was from work, she promised herself she would go home to see her children. This marked the first time she had been separated from them.
Tears welled up in her eyes. Tm sorry I couldn’t pick you and Ty up.”
“You’re not leaving us, are you? It’s just because you’re busy, right? And you know Ty and I are safe, right?”
Liora’s string of insecure questions reached River’s ears, and she replied, “Why would I ever leave you and Tyler? I’m well aware that you’re safe. That’s why I stayed with Lily at the hospital.
last night ”
Licra’s voice was tinged with anxiety. “What happened to Ms. Smith?”
River held back her tears, explaining, “Lily isn’t feeling well, so she needs to stay in the hospital for a while. Be good, Lia. I’ll come to get you and Ty once I finish. Oh, and is Ty with you?”
The call’s background was filled with noise, and Tyler’s voice soon followed
“It’s me, Mommy.”
A smile broke through River’s worry “Ty, take care of your sister. I’ll be there as soon as work is done.”
“No need to hurry, Mominy. Liora and I understand you’re busy. Axel’s house is pretty comfortable for us.”
His words were sincere. He genuinely found Noah’s house comfortable–the only missing piece was his mother.
Feeling reassured, River said, “Alright, I’m glad you’re comfortable. Remember to eat…
After conversing with her children, River ended the call and resumed her focus on work.
In the building across, Alex sat in Noah’s office, sipping coffee, and observed Noah with a smile.
“Hey, how did you end up getting cheated on?” Alex inquired, his tone teasing.
Noah shot him a sharp look. “Speak properly or leave.”
Alex almost choked on his coffee, coughing as he explained, “Just kidding. By the way, what’s your plan with River? You’re not going to do anything after finding out that Axel is her son?”
“I’m waiting for her to tell me face–to–face.”
Alex was surprised. “You’re relying on a woman who hid from you for five years to tell you the truth?”
“What’s the problem with that?” Noah asked.
Alex said, “Shouldn’t you take the first step? You’re the one who should be seeking her forgiveness.”
Alex made a good point,
Noah had spent the past five years contemplating how to make things right with her. Yet, he was angry to discover she was alive and avoiding him now,
He had saved her three times. Wasn’t that enough to make amends for his mistakes?
The thought of River’s cold expression caused Noah to furrow his brow.
However, he couldn’t resist asking. “Is my approach wrong?”
“Yes! Women need to be coaxed Aren’t you worried she might turn to Kenny or Scott if you keep this up?” Alex advised
Noah’s face turned serious upon thinking about his children calling someone else ‘Daddy‘.
“What should I do then?” Noah inquired, puzzled.
Alex grinned. “You have to chase a woman without shame. Let me teach you some tricks, come on!
At 7:00 pm, after work, River went to Bayview Villa to get some clothes for a change before her hospital caregiving duty.
As River parked her car, she noticed the yard filled with red roses. This sight immediately made her think of Noah, and her eyes twitched.
Scott knew she didn’t like flowers, so he had stopped giving them to her four years ago. Kenny was her best friend, so he couldn’t be the one either. That left only Noah.
River stepped out of the car, her brows furrowing as she approached the roses. Noah’s intentions baffled her.
Was he trying to win her back after Daniella’s betrayal? Or did he see her as a mere replacement?
With a scoff, River retrieved her phone and dialed Noah’s number.
Noah answered, his voice surprisingly pleasant. “Speak.”
River’s displeasure grew. “Mr. De Marco, are you so rich that you’ve run out of places to spend your money?”
The faint smile on Noah’s face vanished. “What are you implying?”
River’s tone turned icy. It takes quite a childish mind to send flowers as if you’re trying to win me over.”
Noah’s expression turned serious at her words.
Alex had advised him that no woman would dislike receiving fresh flowers. But instead of being appreciative, River had responded rudely.
He had never done this for any other woman, yet she found fault with it.
Noah retorted stubbornly. “Do you really think I have nothing better to do than send you flowers?”
River was momentarily stunned “If they aren’t yours, I’ll have someone sell them.”
She ended the call abruptly.
Noah’s lips twitched. ‘What did she say again? Did she claim that she is going to sell the roses?‘
Growing increasingly angry, he tossed his phone onto the table, stood up, and walked somberly to the children’s room.
The children were engrossed in their play on the rug. They turned their attention to him as he entered
After a quick scan of their faces, Noah’s gaze settled on Liora. Tyler enjoyed contradicting him, so it would be easier to get information from Liora.
“Liora,” Noah called out in a deep, cold voice that startled Liora,
She stared at Noah and asked cautiously, “What is it?”
Noah softened his tone after noticing Liora’s tightly–clenched fists. “Come outside. I have something to ask you.”
Liora looked at Tyler helplessly. He nodded to tell her not to be scared
Liora got up after receiving Tyler’s permission. She walked behind Noah to the study and asked.”
What is it?”
Noah placed his hands in his pocket and stared at Liora. “What’s your favorite food?
Liera was caught by surprise by her father’s question. ‘Is he trying to bribe me with food?‘
Liora thought about how she would not betray her mother..
“Mommy said that we shouldn’t be picky eaters Liora replied.
Noah asked. “Do you like chocolates?”
‘Chocolates! Liora’s eyes lit up instantly She remembered Tyler telling her that their father was wealthy. ‘Is he going to buy me chocolates I’ve never had before? However, Tyler is rich