Chapter 146
“What now, Ryder? Are you trying to hit my daughter?”
Ryder’s mother–in–law, Mary Winston, suddenly spoke from behind.
Ryder hurriedly put down his hand, his breathing becoming rapid. Being
naturally obedient, he hurriedly explained in a trembling voice, “No, Mom!”
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Although Mary was protective of her daughter, she also knew what was
going on. She quickly flashed Abellyn a stern look. “Why don’t you go prepare
dinner, Abellyn? Household chores are women’s responsibilities!”
Under her mother’s command, Abellyn let out another scoff before
reluctantly heading into the kitchen.
Ryder’s anger subsided as he managed to maintain a bit of dignity.
“Emmanuel, I need to go back and handle some work now,” Mackenzie said
as she glanced at the time.
She had no intention of staying for dinner because she had lost her appetite
after seeing Chloe and Abellyn’s behavior.
Besides, she liked to do things her own way, and she never cared about
others‘ opinions.
“Okay.”
Emmanuel had no choice either. He knew that Mackenzie had strict principles
when it came to her work. They had agreed to leave before half past seven
earlier, and it was almost time now. There was not enough time for them to
eat.
“We shall make our move first, Ryder.”
“Oh… Oh!”
Ryder wasn’t angry. He just felt guilty for not being able to welcome them
with dinner properly, especially after Mackenzie had bought an expensive
birthday gift for Tommy while Emmanuel had brought cake. He felt that it was
quite impolite of them as the hosts.
Tommy cried and refused to let Emmanuel and Mackenzie leave.
“I’ll have someone deliver the new toy to you tomorrow, Tommy. Stop crying!”
Once dinner was over, Abellyn chatted with Mary and Chloe in the living
room, leaving Ryder to help Tommy with his homework in the room. She
acted like it wasn’t her responsibility to teach Tommy.
Ryder suddenly felt bitterness welling up in his heart. As someone from the
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