Farewell To My Endless Love novel Chapter 278

Charles's POV:

I was just done talking about cooperation with Nicholas Wood when I called Scarlet.

On the other end of the line, Scarlett was acting like a spoiled child, completely unlike her usual self. I was really curious as to what was going on.

When I arrived at the restaurant where Scarlett and Vivian was having dinner, James spotted me at once.

"Daddy, daddy!"

The little boy spread his hands to me excitedly, calling me with his tiny little voice. I took him lovingly into my arms.

"Did my little James have a good time today?"

I pinched my son's chubby face lightly, and he giggled happily. From time to time, I eyed the door.

Soon, Scarlett and Vivian appeared at the door. I waved at them for attention.

Vivian didn't stay. She bade goodbye to me before leaving alone.

I handed James to Tracy, then took off my coat and gently put it on Scarlett. Then, I hugged her and held her protectively in my arms.

"Are you okay...?" Tracy had told me that Rita had yet again appeared to harass Scarlett.

"I'm fine. I won't let myself suffer anything because of her!" Scarlett declared, determined.

I smiled at her fondly and pinched her nose.

Right then, Scarlett craned her neck to look behind me.

"Hmm? Who's this?"

"This is Nicholas Wood, one of our Grandpa's old friends' grandson."

"Nick, this is Scarlett, my wife."

Upon his introduction, Nicholas stepped forward and held Scarlett's hand like a gentleman. He flashed her a bright smile and said amiably, "Hello, Scarlett. Nice to meet you. You're just as beautiful as the rumor says."

"Nice to meet you, too. Nicholas." Scarlett returned his smile with her own bright one, pleased by his mannerisms.

The sight spurred a small hint of jealousy in me. Damn it, I shouldn't have let him come with me!

I pulled Scarlett's hand back gently and held it tightly, as if declaring my ownership. "Nick, I apologize, but I have to take my wife and child home first. I hope we can have a chance to talk about our cooperation in the future."

Of course, the implication was that he should leave as soon as possible. I made it all too obvious.

Nicholas gave me a knowing smile and left.

*****

When we arrived home, Scarlett and James had fallen asleep in the car.

I opened the car door carefully, not wanting to jerk either awake from their happy slumber. The sleeping Scarlett looked soft and sweet, a little different from her usual appearance.

Seeing her like this, my heart softened. I felt warm all over, as if I was basking in the sun of the early summer.

I couldn't help but take her hand and interlock our fingers together, enjoying her soft skin and delightful warmth. But at this moment, James suddenly made a sound and startled Scarlett awake at once.

"Charles, go and check if James peed again."

I nuzzled Scarlett's nose affectionately and said, "Don't worry. He's wearing a diaper."