Chapter 2451
After Ryan finished speaking, he straightened himself up and shrugged. “It’s late now. I’ll take my leave first. Don’t stay up too late. As a woman, you need to keep yourself in good shape.”
Jessica did not respond to his comment.
Instead, she became eerily quiet.
The next day.
When Forrest came downstairs, he was dressed in an expensive suit. His expression was indifferent as usual. Nevertheless, his behavior did not dampen Mrs. Lynch’s enthusiasm. The moment Forrest planted himself in the seat to have breakfast, Mrs. Lynch came over while holding a phone. “Ever since we came to Canberra, I’ve attended a few social functions with your dad. Look, these are the young ladies we met during the functions. These two look good...”
“Mom...”
Forrest furrowed his brows tightly. Last night, he got nagged so much that he hardly ate anything. However, the same thing was happening again during breakfast. He had enough of it.
“You don’t want to listen to me, huh?” Mrs. Lynch was not bothered about her son’s cold gaze as she was the one who gave birth to such an expressionless person. “It’s fine. You need to get used to it. Anyway, I have nothing else to do apart from taking care of Dani. I have plenty of time to talk to you.”
Forrest was at a loss for words. “Forrest, you’re pathetic.” Freya,
who was watching the show opposite her, said in a gloating manner, “ Actually, it’s a good idea to have someone give birth to a child for you. Look how cute Dani is. You’re as good -looking as me, so I’m sure your child will look good too.”
“Ahhh.” Dani waved her hand as if she agreed with what her mother said. Forrest shot an impassive glance at Dani’s soft and chubby face.
Indeed, he was rather fond of his niece. Having a child at home seemed to have brought about a lot of laughter. However... he was annoyed at the thought of having to give birth toa child with those strange women.
“I’m going to work.”
Forrest looked at the breakfast without moving. “No need.”
“President Lynch, don’t worry. I’ve eaten. I bought too much for
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