My phone buzzed in my pocket, and I pulled it out to see a text from Gavin; I couldn’t help the smile that tipped the corner of my lips.
Gavin: Might be a little late tonight. I can pick up dinner on my way home if you want to dismiss the staff early.
Me: Can we do pizza?
The thought of having comfort food sounded perfect, and my stomach growled at the thought of it. I glanced at the time. It was nearing 2 pm; maybe I should have taken the staff up on a snack. I could go into the kitchen and grab some food, or maybe I could run to the packhouse and see Chester. I knew that’s where he was working this afternoon. Nan was busy with her restaurant, and I didn’t want to bother her, plus she would probably end up at the packhouse later anyway because she helped there as well.
Now that she was fully staffed, she was able to take some time off and spend time at the packhouse to help out with certain meals and events.
I could use a friend right now, and I need someone else to talk to.
My phone buzzed again, and I already knew it was Gavin before I saw his name flash across the screen.
Gavin: Pizza sounds great. Just let me know what everyone wants, and I’ll grab it on my way home.
Before I could reply, he sent another text.
Gavin: Did you speak with your parents?
Me: Yes, we can talk when you get home.
Gavin: Good news or bad news?
I let out a breath.
Me: Heavy news.
Gavin: Are you okay?
Me: Again, we will talk when you get home. It’s a lot to say over text message, and I’m still processing it myself.
Gavin: Okay. I love you.
I couldn’t help but smile at his words; no matter how many times he tells me he loves me, my heart will also flutter in my chest.
“I’m not the same as them, Irene!” Erik all but shouted, and at the sound of Irene’s name, I stumbled out of the parlor and into the hallway, drawing both their attention to me.
Erik stared at me with wide eyes, and Irene just looked pained, not at me, but at the situation. She looked like a caged animal; her arms wrapped around her legs, and her bottom lip trembling as she tried desperately not to sob. But I could see the pain in her eyes and the desperation to escape.
“Go upstairs,” I tell her.
“We still need to talk—” Erik tried to interject, but I held up my hand, proud that my hand didn’t shake with pent-up nerves.
“Upstairs, Irene,” I tell her.
Her shoulders visibly relaxed, and she gave me a nod before she retreated up the stairs. Erik looked like he wanted to chase after her, but I stepped in front of him, folding my arms across my chest.
“You don’t understand,” he said through his teeth.
“You’re right; I don’t,” I said, raising my brows. “I’m heading to the packhouse, you’re going to drive me, and on our way, you’re going to explain to me what the fuck is happening.”

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The readers' comments on the novel: Seducing My Ex’s Father In Law
This story is all over the place. i'm trying my best to keep going because he would be so good The writer and editor communicated at least a little. (Yes I understand its 1 maybe 2 people writing and tending to the story) However, everyone needs to be on the same page. The characters names continue to change: Rachel at first then her name changed to Rebecca, Ethans sister name is now jenna. some times they talk in 3rd person which I'm sure is a accident when its in that characters POV. How did we do a time jump 5 years making Matt 13 with Judy's son being 5 years old but when we get to the Blackwell story line he's nine again and she's still pregnant using her time with matt to gain experience with her son. What happened to the time jump....
Is it just me, or do they add chapters daily for one week then leave you in suspense for a week before they start posting again? The book is amazing, but it's frustrating being in such high excitement and thrill then being left with your mind boggling....
Thank you for continuing to write this story! Trying to be grateful for the recent 2 small chapters a day, however due to enjoying it so much, wish they were more and longer....
Could the author please get the names correct…CHESTER is Nan’s mate —NOT Chuck. I don’t know who is writing these chapters, but I do not think it is the original author. Considering the original author has quite a few ongoing stories, she must have handed this one off to someone else. Very disappointing!...
Has the author forgot her own story? Didn't lila/Racheal date gavin when he first got Mathew? Meaning that she's the same or similar age as gavin! Now it's changed that she's born on the same day as Judy......
This book has gone off the rails. First there was a Five Years Later chapter where everyone had kids and Irene was marked and pregnant by Chuck and now they're not mated and Chuck is a slime ball. Make it make sense....
I don't understand thus story. Didn't she just win 5 million in the gamma games? Why is she living with people and not in her own place?...
No updates/new chapters since 10/14/2025???? This is so frustrating for those of us who have followed this book/author from the beginning! So disappointing!...
Why no updates posted since 9/20/25????...
Well that.....sucked. That can't seriously be the ending? Tf?...