Departure with a Belly (Alaric and Victoria) novel Chapter 169

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The smile on Victoria’s lips vanished when she heard Summer’s words. Then, she 

turned off the water and wore the dishwashing gloves. 

“Just look at you. Whenever I mention coming back to Gandra, you would keep 

quiet.” Summer was upset by Victoria’s reaction. “I don’t get it, Victoria. It’s been a 

long time since that happened. Even if you had made a promise to Claudia, it should 

be over by now.” 

However, Victoria remained silent upon hearing that. 

Then, Summer continued, “The industry isn’t doing well in other countries. Yet, our 

country made it, and it is one of the top companies that want to hire you. They 

wouldn’t have kept the position for you if you weren’t outstanding. Did you know 

they called me multiple times and told me to persuade you? They didn’t want to lose 

a talented person like you.” 

After hearing that, Victoria couldn’t help but chuckle. “So? What benefits did they 

offer you to come and persuade me?” 

“Hey! Don’t even think about accusing me of being a conspirator!” Summer huffed. 

“Do you think I’m that kind of a person? I just think the job suits you since it pays 

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well and is helpful for your future. That is why I want you to go. There is no way I will 

accept what they offered me. Though, they have indeed given me quite the treat.” 

“So… What did they offer you?” 

“Ermm… It’s just a small benefit. They told me they would give me a sum of money 

worth your salary point if you worked at their company for a whole year.” 

“The Floyd Corporation sure is generous.” Victoria smiled. 

“Yeah. They are quite remarkable. I’ve heard their CEO is young, handsome, and, 

most importantly, single. He is the one that wants to invite you to work in his 

company. Moreover, he tried to meet you, but you refused him.” 

“How can I find the time to meet him when I’m busy with work? Furthermore, I must 

care for my children when I get home.” 

“That’s true.” Summer’s heart softened when Victoria mentioned the children. 

“Where’s Nicole and Nathan?” she asked. 

“They are in the living room.” 

“Even if you choose to take care of them yourself, you do not have to do all the work. 

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The least you can do is hire someone to do the cooking.” 

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“I would prefer cooking by myself. Plus, I did hire a cleaner to clean my house.” 

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“Nonetheless, cooking requires a substantial investment of your time and energy.” 

“Summer!” Victoria called out all of a sudden. Her voice was soft but firm. “The 

constant demands of motherhood will leave any woman exhausted. Nevertheless, I 

believe it’s worth it if I’m happy. Do you agree?” 

When Summer heard those words, she kept quiet. After some time, she said, 

“Technically speaking, yes. However, I can’t understand since I’m not a mother 

myself. I think it’s best to have a deep conversation with you about this topic after I 

have started a family.” 

In response, Victoria chuckled but said nothing. 

Yet, Summer wasn’t planning on letting it slide. “Enough of that. Are you sure 

nothing is stopping you from working at Floyd Corporation? It’s not because of the 

promise you made to Claudia, right? Truthfully, I can’t understand what you are 

afraid of. After all, the company isn’t at Gandra.” 

At that moment, Victoria sighed under the weight of Summer’s annoyance. “It’s not 

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because of her,” she replied. 

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“If it’s not because of her, what is it? I can’t think of any other reasons to explain your 

choice.” 

“It’s because I plan on starting a company myself.” 

“What?” Summer wondered if she had heard it wrong and asked, “Are you saying you 

plan to start a company?” 

“I was going to tell you after everything is settled. After all, I’m still going through the 

procedures, so I still can’t say for sure if I’ll be able to realize my goal.” 

In that instant, Summer’s shrill voice could be heard on the other end of the phone. 

“Ahhh!” 

At that moment, Victoria was relieved she had put the call on speaker before 

Summer’s loud voice echoed through the kitchen because otherwise, she might 

have lost her hearing. 

“Why didn’t you tell me you were going to start a company? If you had told me 

sooner, I wouldn’t have tried to persuade you to go to Floyd Corporation, saying that 

they had specifically left you a place for a high–paying job. After all, nothing beats 

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the freedom of starting your own company.” 

“It isn’t done, though. Won’t you be disappointed if I fail in the end?” 

“Why would I be disappointed? I will never be disappointed in you because you can 

always accomplish whatever you set your mind to. You can do it, Victoria!” 

When Victoria realized Summer was rooting for her, a smile spread across her face. 

“Thanks for your compliment, but I have failed many times too. Anyway, all I have to 

do now is to try my best.” 

“Good luck then. I will undoubtedly apply for an executive position after you have 

established your company.” 

“Sure. I’ll leave a spot for you, alright?” 

“That’s more like it. Don’t even think about giving it to someone else.” 

After conversing for a little while, Victoria finished washing the dishes, and only 

then did Summer hang up the phone. 

After Victoria had cleaned the kitchen, she decided to take an afternoon nap. After 

giving the kids some reminders, she went back to her room. Before she fell asleep, 

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she opened Tik Tok and saw that Silent Night had not yet replied to her message. 

However, she didn’t think much and put away her phone: Since she only had twenty 

minutes to rest, every minute was precious. When her head hit the pillow, she 

promptly fell asleep. She had trouble sleeping for the first two years but could now