Although Liam was excited, he knew better than to get too worked up about it.
Judging by Terence’s recent abnormal behavior, it’s obvious that he’s afraid of us taking the kids away. While I do like the kids very much, I also have moral boundaries. Besides, I’ve known Terence for so many years now. There’s no reason for me to go that far.
With that in mind, Liam calmed down and glanced at Terence as he asked, “Terence, how long have we known each other for?”
Terence rolled his eyes at him. “Don’t bother trying to guilt-trip me! It won’t work!”
Liam clicked his tongue. “We’ve known each other for over fifty years now. I’m not sure if it’s me who doesn’t understand you or the other way round.”
Terence kept quiet after hearing that.
“I know you’re upset about what Kenneth did. After all, I’d be p*ssed as well if I were you. Do you still remember how long I was hospitalized for back then because of it?” Liam asked.
Terence visited him at the hospital often, so he couldn’t possibly forget that.
“I’m definitely taking Nat’s side on this matter. I will not condone his actions. Even if these kids really do belong to the Hamilton family, I promise not to take them away from you,” Liam continued.
Terence froze and stared at him in confusion upon hearing that.
Fearing that it was a lie, he didn’t dare believe Liam too easily.
“What, you don’t trust me anymore?” Liam asked.
Having been friends for so many years, Terence knew full well that Liam was a man of his word.
After giving it some thought, he said, “It’s not that I don’t trust you. It’s just that I—”
“I know. You’re worried about Kenneth, aren’t you?” Liam cut him off.
Terence simply lowered his gaze and said nothing in response.
“Honestly, I can’t stand my grandson either. He doesn’t have any talent apart from being handsome, wealthy, and capable.”
What the hell… This guy is probably the first I’ve seen to badmouth his grandson with compliments! Terence rolled his eyes at the thought of that.
“I’m not asking for you to hand the kids over, nor am I asking you to forgive Kenneth. All I want is an answer. I used to be so worried about Kenneth not getting married as I didn’t want our Hamilton family lineage to end like this. Now that I know he has kids of his own, I can die without regrets.”
Terence frowned. “D-Don’t give me that crap!”
“I meant it when I said I won’t take the kids from you. They will simply have one more person that loves them in this world, so your concerns aren’t going to come true. I won’t forgive Kenneth if he dares do such a thing!” Liam said with a vicious look in his eyes.
Having heard all that, Terence was moved at last. “I don’t mind letting you spend time with the kids as long as Kenneth doesn’t try to take them away.”
Liam seized the opportunity and asked excitedly, “So, they really are the Hamilton family’s kin?”
“Nat hasn’t told the kids about it yet, so you’d better not get involved in this!” Terence warned him.
Liam had everything figured out after associating that information with the reason Kenneth had him come over.
After giving it some thought, he said, “Don’t worry. I won’t cause you any trouble. I’m definitely on Nat’s side when it comes to this. Man, our family sure is lucky to have two adorable kids to continue our lineage! I feel so blessed!”
Terence had never seen the elderly man look so happy in a really long time.
He was about to tell him that there were actually three kids instead of two, but Liam leaped to his feet before he could say anything. “Come on, let’s head back!”
“What for?”
“To see my precious great-grandchildren, of course! You get to see them every day, but I’m not that lucky. I have to go see them right now!” Liam said as he grabbed his things and left.
Terence quickly went after him as he knew about his poor health condition. “Hey! Slow down!”
However, Liam was running so fast that he didn’t hear him at all.
Upon entering the ward, Liam’s eyes lit up as his gaze immediately fell upon Benjamin and Denise.
Although Denise had never seen Liam before, Benjamin had secretly caught a glimpse of him once and took a liking to him ever since.
“Is something the matter, Great-grandpa?”
Liam walked up to them and asked with a smile, “Oh, it’s nothing! What’s your name, child?”
“I’m Denise Watson.”
“And what about you?”
“I’m Benjamin Watson,” Benjamin replied.
Although Liam found their names to sound rather mundane, it didn’t affect his love for them in the slightest.
“You both look so adorable!” Liam exclaimed with tears of joy as he patted them on the head.
His behavior and actions were more than enough to do all the talking for him.
Natasha glanced at Terence in response, but he simply lowered his gaze helplessly.
Kenneth felt excited too when he saw how enthusiastic Liam was toward the kids.
Realizing that he didn’t have anything to give them, Liam said, “Ah, my apologies. I can’t believe I came here without at least bringing a gift! I-I’ll have some delivered to your house later on, okay? What would you kids like?”
“I…” Denise gave it some thought before looking at Natasha and Terence for permission.
“It’s fine, you can ask for anything you like.”
“I’d like for you to take me out for lots of good food, Great-grandpa!” Denise said with a smile.
“Sure thing!” Liam couldn’t be happier to hear that. He then looked at Benjamin and asked, “What about you?”
“Um… I heard you’ve been unwell lately, Great-grandpa. I’d like for you to take your medication on time so you can get healthy again. That way, I’ll be able to play chess with you!” Benjamin replied.
My goodness! This child is such an angel! I wish I could take them home with me! D*mn, I’m starting to regret making that promise earlier!
“Don’t worry. I’ll be sure to take my medication and nurse myself back to health. After that, I’ll take you two out for some fun, okay?” Liam said.
Benjamin nodded. “Sure thing!”
Kenneth had a relieved look in his eyes when he saw the heartwarming moment they were having.
Meanwhile, Anthony was leaning on the wall outside the ward.
Although he didn’t intend on going inside, a smile formed on his face after hearing their conversation.
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