Natasha was just done freshening up herself when she saw people moving things into the house.
Just as she was starting to figure out what was happening, Terence and Liam walked in, still arguing with each other.
“Old Mr. Hamilton? What brings you here?”
Liam stopped quarreling with Terence and flashed a wide smile when he saw Natasha. “I'm here to see you and the three kiddos. Nat, why are you discharged before you've fully recovered?” He was concerned.
“I'm tired of staying in the hospital, and it was just superficial wounds anyway. Resting at home is the same,” Natasha replied with a smile.
“I see. Anyway, health comes first, so do set that as your priority. I've brought you some highly nutritious supplements. Remember to eat them.” “Thank you, Old Mr. Hamilton, but you shouldn't have spent that much money on me.” Natasha smiled at the pile of things Liam brought.
“You don't have to thank him. His pockets are deep, and he's willing to spend!” Terence interrupted before Liam could react.
“Terence, that's not how you give a compliment,” Liam dissed.
“You can leave if you don't like how I speak!”
“I...” That drove Liam up the wall.
“Old Mr. Hamilton, why don't you join us for dinner?” Natasha suggested just in time, and it completely doused the rage within Liam in less than a second. “What a sweet lady you are, Nat. It's my pleasure to accept your invitation!”
“Have dinner at your own house, Liam. I'm not going to serve you.” The thought of preparing dinner for him made Terence frown.
“Since when do I need you to serve me? I'm more than capable to help out in the kitchen!”
“Forget about it. Shoo! I'm sure you're going to set my kitchen on fire if you helped.” Terence stopped Liam from progressing further when he saw the latter was already rolling up his sleeves.
“But—”
“Stand aside if you want to have dinner here.”
“Okay. I'll do just that. In the meantime, let me look for my great-grandchildren!” Liam swiftly turned around and went looking for the triplets.
Terence looked up at Liam's waning figure, smiled faintly, and went back to making dinner.
Dinner was like a boisterous jamboree.
Terence and Liam never stopped throwing shades at each other, but the atmosphere was lively.
A wistful thought crossed Liam's mind. This is far better than having meals at home alone!
That was when he decided to pop by this residence every now and then to have a meal.
Not only could he fill his tummy, but he could also see his great-grandchildren. Terence would certainly be yapping in his ear, but it would be worth it.
After dinner, Liam stayed till very late. He said his goodbyes with a heavy heart.
Natasha and the triplets saw him out of their home. Just as the three children were about to head inside, Natasha called out to them, stopping them in their tracks.
“Three of you, come to my room.”
The triplets looked at each other before swirling their eyes to Terence. “Ehem! I’m going to bed.” He hade them goodnight and went back to his room.
Their efforts in asking for help ended in vain, and they helplessly followed Natasha back to her bedroom.
“Nat, did we do anything wrong?” Denise carefully asked.
“You tell me.” Natasha perked her brows, sweeping her gaze over the three of them.
Denise looked toward Anthony and then Benjamin. She chose to remain quiet eventually to avoid saying the wrong things again.
Natasha looked at the triplets, and thought for a moment, before saying, “It has been a roller coaster, and you guys must've been worried sick.”
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