Chapter 462 – Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel

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Jacob felt incredibly restless when he turned his head and saw Arthur. Why is this Weiss guy everywhere?

Lorelai also noticed the young man standing next to Elliot. His aura, which was similar to Elliot’s, and his equally handsome appearance caused her to wonder about his identity. I think I met him last time at the wedding, too.

Arthur came to Anastasia’s side and greeted her, saying, “Hi, Anastasia.”

Anastasia nodded slightly before looking back and saying to Sophia, “Sophia, come over here and show Young Master Weiss the way.”

Upon being called, Sophia was startled for a moment. While she was in a fluster, she met Arthur’s gaze; he didn’t expect her to be here as well. She had no choice but to close her umbrella and come to his side, saying, “Young Master Weiss, this way, please.”

Seeing her come over, Arthur naturally moved his umbrella to shelter her from the drizzle, causing his shoulder to be wet by the light rain. As a result, it was hard to tell which of them was the guest of honor here.

When Sophia realized this, she said in a whisper, “Let me hold the umbrella for you.”

However, Arthur responded with a smile. “I’ll do it.”

Sophia had no choice but to stand side by side with him.

Just then, Jacob came up to them with an umbrella. “It’s been a while, Sophia.”

“Hi, Jacob,” Sophia said, greeting him.

Arthur was very annoyed with Jacob. Suddenly, he stretched out his arm and swept Sophia into his embrace, causing the latter’s breathing to quicken slightly. Then, he shot a warning look at Jacob.

Jacob walked away and rejoined his father. However, he decided on a whim that he would steal Sophia from Arthur as he wanted to win against Arthur at least once.

A while later, Brenda and her family arrived at the funeral. Among them was Nigel holding Jared in his arms. Jared was wearing a black suit adorned with a white flower for today’s occasion.

Francis was the one who arrived soon after them. Then, he walked over to offer Elliot some words of condolences before looking for Jared in the crowd.

Brenda came and spoke to Elliot. He could see her red eyes set off by her pale look. As they ended their conversation, she walked away and joined the elders.

When Nigel came over to greet them, Elliot reminded him, “You have to take care of your mother.”

“I tried, but she hasn’t had any appetite recently. Dad and I couldn’t change her mind.” Nigel shook his head in regret.

As the tombstone was set and the urn storing Harriet’s ashes was buried, it was now time for the deceased’s relatives and friends to take turns placing flowers and paying respects at her grave.

Elliot, Anastasia, and Jared were the first ones to pay their last respects to Harriet. When Jared placed a bouquet of flowers beside the gravestone, he took a look at Harriet’s photo. He had been holding back his tears until Anastasia gave him a gentle pat. At that, he couldn’t hold himself back anymore as he threw himself in his mother’s arms and wept on her shoulder.

Anastasia’s red eyes indicated she was also grieving. As she gave him a soothing kiss on his forehead, they stepped aside to make room for other mourners. Others behind them began to stand in a line to place flowers. Among them was Arthur waiting for his turn while holding Sophia’s hand in his. When they came to the front, she helped him to place the flowers.

Lorelai was staring at Elliot with admiration and longing under the umbrella from time to time. She watched him as he held his wife and son in his arms, then at the tenderness and sadness in his eyes. His state left Lorelai heartbroken as she was feeling sympathetic toward him, even though she wasn’t in the position.

Once the mourning ceremony ended, the guests other than Arthur left one after another. Anastasia stood beside Elliot from the beginning as they saw the guests off. Later, she found Elliot lingering in front of Harriet’s gravestone. Holding his hand in hers, she accompanied him for a few minutes in his silent mourning.

Arthur stopped Sophia before all of them left for home and asked her to share a car with him.

She rejected, “Nope. I’m going with President Tillman.”

However, Anastasia was having a different thought as she suggested gently, “Sophia, that’s all for today. You can go with Young Master Weiss.”

Since he received permission from Anastasia, he grasped Sophia’s wrist and dragged her all the way to his car without another word.

As Elliot and Anastasia made it back to the villa, Jared had been playing with the Legos in his room as he didn’t want to bother his parents who were in dire need of rest now.

Anastasia urged Elliot to take a shower before he went to sleep as he had been struggling to sleep properly for the last couple of days. Sometimes, he was interrupted in his sleep by incoming matters; sometimes, he couldn’t even fall asleep due to the negative emotions.

Listening to her words, he went for a quick shower before she dragged him onto the bed. She settled in his arms and watched him sleep.

After a while, she was certain that he had fallen asleep as she could hear his breathing turning slow and deep. She tucked him in bed, then joined Jared and his toys in his room.

The deceased was now in peace while the living had to continue with their lives. She was full of determination to take on the oncoming obstacles for her responsibilities.

Arthur brought Sophia downtown, but he eventually stopped at a high-end cafe instead of his villa.

Sitting opposite him, Sophia maintained the stance she had on their way to the cafe as she tried once again. “Young Master Weiss, please let me see your grandma. Let’s explain how I lost your family heirloom to her, shall we?”

She had been worrying about him since Emily’s call.

Arthur took note of Sophia’s worried look. She isn’t letting me take the blame. Doesn’t it mean she likes me?

“Sophia, stop worrying about me.” Arthur held the cup of coffee up elegantly. “I’m not in big trouble at all because Grandma is fond of me.”

Sophia was listening to his explanation while sipping her coffee. As she raised her head casually, she was taken aback by Emily walking toward them in feigned elegance with her handbag.

“Miss Jennings.” Sophia placed the coffee cup on the table before she stood to greet Emily.

Emily shot daggers at her before turning to Arthur. “Artie, Grandma is looking for you everywhere. Let’s go home together!”

Emily found her way to the cafe as she had asked Arthur’s bodyguards for his whereabouts, but she didn’t expect to find Sophia with him.

Arthur frowned as he saw her standing before them, while Sophia had already gotten up from her seat. “Miss Jennings, you can join Young Master Weiss. I shall be going.”

“I’ll see you off.” Emily faked a smile and wrapped her arm around Sophia as they walked out of the cafe. Sophia was forced to reciprocate the feigned intimacy as she walked beside Emily nervously.

Once they went out of the cafe, Emily’s expression changed into one of detest as she shoved Sophia forward and warned, “Sophia, stop harassing Artie, or else I’ll make you pay.”

The truth was far from what Emily said. Sophia never planned to cling to Arthur, and it was a mere coincidence that Arthur and she met at the funeral.

Therefore, she answered calmly, “Don’t worry. I’m not harassing him or anything. Even more, I don’t plan to.”

“I’m not going to trust any of your words. Have you ever wondered how influential his family is? Your life is a far cry from his!” Emily was staring at Sophia with folded arms; she didn’t even bother to hide her disdain. “It’s only your wishful thinking for him to fall in love with you! Furthermore, don’t try your luck. You’ll only suffer.”

Sophia looked into her eyes and replied, “First of all, I won’t categorize people into particular groups based on their background. Even though you’re born with a silver spoon, you need to respect others.”

“You—” Emily’s words were cut short as she didn’t expect a comeback from Sophia.

Sophia continued, “Sorting out the relationship is a matter which needs to be settled between Mr. Weiss and me. You’ve no right to meddle in our business.” Her eyes were icy cold as Emily’s superior attitude irritated her.

“You!” Emily tried, but no words came out either. It was just like last time.

“If you have feelings for Young Master Weiss, you’re free to pursue him. As for the result, it depends on you. Don’t take it out on me.” As if she didn’t notice Emily’s condition, Sophia continued.

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