Filed to story: A Second Chance with My Billionaire Love
“Nope!” Flossie’s expression was determined. “Our relationship is over, and we can’t cross that bridge again. We can’t possibly start over.”
“Then do you still love him?” Halston questioned once more.
Flossie fell silent for a little, then shook her head. “All I can say is that I used to love him a lot. I loved him so much that I lost my sense of self. I tried to turn myself into someone he would like…
“But loving someone way too much is bound to lead to suffering. I don’t want to suffer anymore, I just want to love someone who loves me just as much. If I can’t, then being single sounds pretty great too! I wouldn’t have to worry much!”
The woman’s words put Halston into deep thought. ‘Yeah, she’s right. Being single gives you fewer worries for sure.’
As someone who was usually more rational and collected, he knew that he shouldn’t allow himself to fall deep into this pit called love. He shouldn’t allow himself to lose control.
As Flossie’s burns were nearly healed, she returned to her own apartment.
Her children missed her very much, to the point they didn’t want to let go of her.
“Mommy, you’ve been working so hard lately! You haven’t been home for days. Adie and I feel so bad for you. Here, let me give you a massage…” Abby said as she started massaging Flossie’s shoulders and legs.
Although the little one didn’t have much strength, Flossie still found it quite relaxing.
“Mommy’s having it so hard right now. Looks like I can’t delay my plan any longer!” Aiden frowned and spoke in a serious tone, looking like a carbon copy of his father.
At the time, Flossie lay on the couch, eating some fruit slices while enjoying Abby’s massage services.
Hearing Aiden’s words, she sat up straight and asked, “What’s your plan?”
“A plan to find you a husband!”
“Pfft!” Flossie burst out in laughter. “So, did you find anyone? It’s been a while since you started looking, right?”
“Didn’t I tell you? Mr. Q has already passed all my tests. I plan on setting a time and place so you two can meet. Once he becomes your husband, he can take care of you and lessen your burden. Then you wouldn’t have to work so much…” Aiden replied.
He had always been quite thorough with his plans. After putting Mr. Q through so many tests, he could tell that the man would be an excellent husband and father.
“Tomorrow night it is, then! We can take you to Carmine Pawnshop after school. You can talk to each other and see how it goes,” Aiden continued as he took out his smart watch and dialed Mr. Q’s number.
“Q, are you free tomorrow night? I’m bringing my mommy over to see you…”
“You have time, right? It’s a date, then! See you tomorrow night.”
Flossie was in absolute shock, nearly choking on her saliva. “Uhm, so you were serious about this, huh?”
She underestimated just how efficient Aiden was. She didn’t expect him to find her a husband just because he said he would.
Not only that, the candidate he found was the infamously terrifying Night Demon.
“Of course! When have I ever lied to you. Mommy?” Aiden patted himself on the chest, visibly confident. “Don’t worry, Mommy. Q really is a good person! Abby and I are pretty close with him now, so we can go to the pawnshop any time we want! He’s already started treating us like his own. He can definitely be a good husband!”
“Yeah, Mommy, Uncle Q treats me and Adie very well! He’s a good person!”
Seeing how much praise her kids had for this evil man, Flossie felt extremely conflicted.
“You two are just too young. Just you wait… I’ll make him reveal his true colors!’ Flossie had decided to meet up with Mr. Q.
However, it wasn’t for the blind date. She would be there to wage war.
When night fell, Flossie drove to Carmine Pawnshop in Water Dock, bringing Abby and Adie with her, as planned.
Compared to the ‘thrilling’ experience she had last time, her entire way there was a rather smooth affair, as if someone had cleared the way for her. Many of the people there were strangely courteous, while some even handed her bouquets of flowers. They were close to putting out a red carpet for her.
“Huh, this is weird. Did they have a change of heart or something? What happened to those vicious people? Why are they so gentle and kind now?” Flossie asked under her breath as she looked towards the flower necklace around her neck, visibly confused.
Aiden was in the back seat, showing a knowing look as he pointed out the obvious. “That’s because they see you as their queen now! Of course, they’d have to give their queen the best treatment they can provide.”
“What queen? I don’t even know them! It’s not like we’re in a movie!’
“You don’t have to know who they are. You just need to know who Q is!” Aiden explained with a serious face. “Q is their king, and they listen to his every order. As Q’s future wife, you’re now their queen!”
“I already had Q inform them beforehand about you, so they probably worship you at this point…”
“What?!” Flossie shrieked, holding onto the steering wheel angrily. “Aiden Ellsworth, how could you have done this to your mother?! You sold me off to some random guy?! When have I ever said I wanted to be his wife!!”
“It’s okay! You can just spend more time with each other! Q is really nice. You’ll definitely like him, so it’s just a matter of time till you become his wife.” Aiden snapped his fingers confidently. He truly believed in the taste of both his own and his sister’s.
Abby nodded profusely, speaking in a sweet tone. “Mommy, me, and Adie are already Uncle Q’s children now! We’re just waiting for you to be his wife! Then we can be one big happy family!”
Flossie fell speechless, thinking to herself. ‘Oh god, I’ve raised my beautiful children for four years, yet they were coaxed by a well-known villain?!’
‘Was I a failure, or was this cunning guy too great of an actor?’
‘Fine then, I’ll just have to find a way to show the kids who he truly is tonight!’
Under a warm welcome, Flossie finally arrived at the prime location of Water Dock, the Carmine Pawnshop.
Chase was already waiting at the entrance with an elegant smile. “Miss Ellsworth, you’re on time. Our boss actually thought you’d stand him up!”
“Well, I won’t go that far.” Flossie then peeked inside and asked, “So, where’s your boss?”
“I know, I know!” The two kids jumped with joy, raising their hands.
Adie said, “Q must be preparing yummy food for us in the kitchen!’
Chase smiled and gave the children a thumbs up. “You’re so smart! No wonder Boss likes you so much. You know him so well that it feels like you’re his children.”
Abby’s beautiful doe eyes blinked sweetly as she grabbed Chase’s hand.” Uncle Chase, I want to see Daddy Q cook! Can you take us to him?”
‘She’s calling him Daddy Q now?!’ Flossie felt helpless, putting her palm to her forehead. ‘Abby is so naive and easily manipulated! She might even help scammers scam herself at one point!’
‘Tsk tsk, looks like I have to unmask this Night Demon as soon as possible so that I can teach these two a valuable lesson on trust!’
“Follow me then. I’m sure Mr. Q will be happy to let you watch him work his magic in the kitchen,’ the man said as he brought the three to the kitchen within the pawnshop.
Within the spacious, clean kitchen was Mr. Q’s tall figure standing before the counter. He seemed to be focused on marinating a grouper.
Emanating the aura of a delicate craftsman, he could’ve easily passed off as a famous chef in the city from a distance.
“Daddy Q, we came to see you with Mommy!” Abigail skipped to the man with a bright smile as if she were a little angel.
Mr. Q was still wearing a mask at the time, but his alluring charm was evident as he lifted his gaze, especially when her eyes met his.
With that, both of them froze as though sparks were flying in the air between them.
“I heard from the kids that you like eating fish, especially steamed grouper … So I’m making this just for you. I hope you like it.” Mr. Q said in a calm tone. It sounded as if they had been married for years, and this was a special gift for his one and only wife.
The little ones looked towards Flossie, their innocent eyes glittering with pride. “See, Mommy? We told you Daddy Q is great!”