Filed To Story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
She must have hurt her knees. Richard carried her in his arms and left.
Angela blamed herself for interrupting their conversation. She was worried Richard might scold her.
“I’m sorry. Richard. I—”
“It’s not your fault,” he said gently.
He took her to a common room. Angela realized he was looking tense. Based on their conversation, she knew Ren’s relationship with Ruka was a big deal.
He’s giving the election up for Ruka. It’s unbelievable. However, Angela thought Ruka was lucky she had a man who loved her so much, he would make such a big sacrifice.
“Are you worried about Ren?” Angela cupped his face. She was worried about Richard.
Richard sighed. “I’m worried about Grandpa and Grandma. They expect big things from Uncle Ren. This might crush them.”
“Richard, do you love me? Would you give up your career for me?” she asked seriously, still holding his face.
He answered without any hesitation, “Of course.”
“What would you do if I were to be kidnapped, and they want you in exchange for me?”
Richard hugged her. For some reason, he was getting nervous. “I’ll kill them if they try to do anything to you.”
Oh, wow. Angela realized that she was as lucky as Ruka was. Both of them met gentlemen who would give up everything for them. She smiled. “Now can you see why Uncle Ren is giving the election up for her? Because he loves her, just like you love me.”
Richard was just too surprised by Ren’s decision, but now Angela made things clear for him. He sighed. “You’re right.”
Angela looked at him. Richard was still frowning, and she pinched his brows, “Don’t fret over it. We’ll help them if they need us.”
In the greenhouse, Charlotte was laughing at something Sophie said. Just then, a servant came in. “Miss Liamson? Miss Scarlet would like to talk to you.”
“Oh, sure” Sophie got up and said goodbye to Charlotte, then she went with the servant. Right after she was gone, Ren came in and took the seat beside his mother.
“There’s something I want to tell you, Mom.”
Charlotte took a sip of her tea. “Really? Why did you have to wait until she’s gone to bring that up?” Oh, finally. He’s bringing this up.
“Please stop inviting Miss Liamson over, Mom. I have someone I like,” he said.
Charlotte looked at him in surprise. “Really? Who’s the lady who caught your eye?”
“I’ll introduce her to you guys in time.”
Oh, he’s finally bringing a girl home for dinner. Looks like the wedding’s coming soon. She nodded. “I’ll be waiting then. I’ll see to Miss Liamson in time.”
Ren nodded. “Sure. I’ll be going back then.”
“I wanna see her as soon as possible. It’d be best if you can have your own kid next year,” Charlotte told Ren as he left the room.
Sophie was going to see Scarlet, but she ran into Angela, who was also making her way to where Scarlet was to spend some time with her, in the corridor. Even before they talked, tension was already rising in the air.
“Stop wasting your time on Ren, Miss Liamson. I heard what you told Ruka today. Back off if you know what’s good for you,” Angela warned.
Sophie held her anger back. She tried to be as nice as she could, and she said, “You took it the wrong way, Angela. It was for their own good. Yeah, they’re not related by blood, but Ren’s in a sensitive position. He can’t afford to get hit by any scandals. The election is just around the corner. If someone finds out he’s in love with his sister’s goddaughter, it’d cause a whole slew of problems.”
“We don’t need any outsiders to tell us what to do. Mind your own business, Miss Liamson,” Angela retorted. She knew Sophie’s true colors, and it disgusted her.
“Oh, don’t call me an outsider just yet. Someday, I might be your aunt,” Sophie said confidently.
“The chances of that are slim.” Angela left.
Sophie’s chest was heaving in anger. Another servant then came for her. “Miss Liamson, Madam Charlotte is in the tea room. She wants to see you.”
Sophie quickly turned around. Trying to befriend anyone in this household was a waste of time. She would rather make Charlotte happy, since she was the one calling all the shots here.
Charlotte was having tea in the tea room. She was looking really delighted. What Ren told her made her feel great relief, though she was a little unhappy that Ren didn’t tell her soon. I wouldn’t have asked Sophie over otherwise.
Sophie came into the room and happily took the scat beside Charlotte. “Hi, Charlotte. The servant said you wanted to see me.”
“Ah, Sophie. There you are. Here’s a gift for you. It’s been great talking to you. Do visit me osten, alright?” Charlotte gave her a gift while looking at Sophie affectionately.
Sophie was a smart woman. The gift and what Charlotte said were bad signs. Her heart sank. So the blind date’s over?She’s giving me up? Why? Did Angela do something again?
“I can’t take this, Charlotte. It’s great enough that I get to talk to you.” She pushed the gift back into Charlotte’s hand while smiling!
“You’re a nice girl, Sophie. I like you very much, but Ren told me that he has someone he likes now. I don’t want you to waste your time on him anymore. You’re a brilliant girl. You’ll find a nice guy to marry. Sorry for taking up your time.” Charlotte sounded apologetic.
Sophic looked down. She was smiling, but her eyes were filled with disappointment. I see. So I didn’t make the cut. Is this the end?
All of a sudden, she realized something. She sneered quietly. He has someone he likes?
She looked at Charlotte, “Charlotte, may I know who’s the lady he likes? Maybe I know her.”
Charlotte smiled at her, and she sighed. “He’s keeping her under wraps. Wonder what’s the mystery.”
A hint of evil glinted in Sophie’s eyes. He’s not being mysterious. He’s just too scared to tell you guys who he likes. Oh, so he’s going to toss his future away and reveal his sordid relationship with Ruka, huh?He’d probably reveal it if he wasn’t the vice president, but since he’s still the VP, he needs to keep his image intact.
“There’s something I really want to tell you, but it might upset you, Charlotte.” Sophie bit her lip and acted like she was in a dilemma.
“What is it? Tell me,” Charlotte asked curiously. She was in a good mood today.
“So I was looking for Ren before lunch.” She blinked innocently. The lady was still keeping up the act. “I did find him, but… but I saw…”
“What did you see?” Charlotte’s interest was piqued.
“I saw Ruka and Ren together in the study. I didn’t see what they were doing inside, but they came out holding hands. Ruka was the one who held Ren’s hand first, but that can’t be real. I must have been seeing things. She can’t be dating Ren. Scarlet’s her godmother.”
Charlotte’s cup fell and shattered into pieces. The old lady looked furious. She asked with a trembling voice, “What did you say? Are they dating?”
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