Attracted By My Ex-wife novel Chapter 500

Anne got off work at noon that day, so she made her way to kindergarten to pick up Eddy and Ella.

Perhaps it was because they had been living together for some time now, the two kids were getting along really well as the days passed. Ella had become an honorary member of the Fu Family.

She had been born in a wealthy and good-natured family but she lost her mother when she was still just a baby. Her father was very often away on business. He was a wonderful father when he was around but it just never fully made up for the time that he spent away on business.

What was more, Ella was a good friend to Eddy, which made Anne have an even greater sympathy and affection for her.

During this time period that she stayed with them, Anne treated her just as she would treat her own daughter, and cared for her with all her heart.

Although Ella was still too little to understand the complexity of emotions, she understood the basics and was quite sensitive and discerning. She knew whether someone was being sincere or not. Sensing the sincerity of Anne, she grew to really love her.

Anne arrived at the school a little earlier than the time the kids were to be dismissed. She got off her vehicle and waited outside.

"Mrs. Anne!" A familiar voice suddenly came from behind. Anne turned to see who had called her.

It was Colin!

A look of pleasant surprise appeared on Anne's face. "It's so nice that you're back from your trip!"

Colin smiled but avoided making eye contact with her. The kids had just been dismissed but the teachers were trying to get them into an orderly line so that they did not fall in their rush to get to their parents.

"Daddy!" Ella squeaked, thrilled at the surprise. She and Eddy had walked out of the schools gates together. She ran up to her Dad, her happiness apparent on her little face.

Ella really enjoyed her time she had spent with the Fu Family, but regardless of how well they got along, they were not her own blood.

For Ella, no one could compare to her wonderful father.

With a wide smile, Colin squatted down so that she could run into his arms. He held her affectionately and planted a little kiss on her forehead.

"Sweetheart, did you miss me?" Looking at his beautiful little girl, Colin did not try to hide the unconditional love from showing on his face.

With her arms around Colin's neck, Ella nodded vigorously. "Of course, Daddy. I really missed you a lot. I'm so happy that you're finally back."

Colin smiled and touched her nose. Then he turned to Anne and said, "Mrs. Anne, thank you for taking such good care of my darling Ella."

Anne shook her head. "She is such a wonderful little kid. It is only a pleasure to have her."

Colin smiled gratefully. He wanted to say something more but stopped himself after some consideration.

Anne had interacted with a diversity of people over the years and had developed the ability to read them like an open book. Colin did not do a good job of disguising that he had just been about to say something else. She instantly knew there was something he was holding back.

"Kevin actually came home a bit early today. He's been home since midday. Why don't you come over to our place?" Anne asked warmly.

She knew Colin had problems with his business and knew that she could not help directly, but nonetheless she wanted to extend a hospitable invite.

Colin looked at Anne; the look of gratitude on his face increased. He nodded in acceptance of her thoughtful invitation.

When Anne returned home with Colin and the two kids in tow, Kevin and the other kids were home, but Selma was not around.

Colin's presence was a bit of a surprise to Kevin. He knew that Colin had to deal with great business problems on his trip. He shouldn't have been back this soon as it would have taken quite a bit of time to clear up all the issues.

And furthermore, Kevin thought he shouldn't be here, of all places.

But on second thought, Kevin could understand why Colin would want to pay them a visit. He smiled welcomingly and invited Colin to take a seat. The servant immediately plied him with some tea.

Colin nodded to the servant in thanks, then turned his attention on Kevin.

Just a few days had passed since they'd last seen Colin but he had clearly lost significant weight. The issues he was dealing with must have really taken its toll on him.

"Dinner will be ready shortly, but while we wait, why don't we have a seat in the study?" Kevin made this suggestion as he did not want to discuss such serious matters in front of the little ones.

Colin nodded and put Ella down. But she urgently grabbed at his hand with anxiety.

"Daddy, how long will you be gone for this time?" Ella looked up at Colin with her big, beautiful eyes. Colin would never want to disappoint or neglect her.

But sometimes things were out of his hands. He just could not always do what he wanted because of his commitments.

Colin sighed and placed his hand on the top of her small head. He looked at her, guilt apparent from his face, and said, "I'm so sorry, sweetheart, but I have to leave this afternoon."

Ella screwed up her face and looked at Colin with anger. She was used to her father going away for business but it had never been as frequent as recently. This would be two times in the shortest space of time.

Previously, Colin would spend at least a few days with her between his business trips. But now, not even a few hours would pass before he left her again.

"Is it because you don't like me that you're always going away and leaving me?" Ella relaxed her grip on Colin's hand and wrinkled her face in concern. He could see the tears building up in her doe-like eyes, ready to overflow any second now.

Colin gathered her into his arms, and gave Kevin an apologetic look. Kevin smiled in consolation. He was in no rush when there was a scene like this to deal with.

"Honey, what are you talking about? You know that you are the most important thing in my whole life. How could I ever abandon my favorite person? I have just been very busy lately. I know you're a clever little girl, and you will understand, right?

I promise, you and I will spend some time together as soon as I manage to sort this matter out. Please don't be angry with me now, okay?" Colin said in a warm, comforting voice.