The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback (Felicia and Max) novel Chapter 532

Amber wanted to ask more, but she held back. Curiosity buzzed in her chest, yet now wasn’t the time.

Inside the main hall, Nate and Hope were already there. Both families’ elders filled the space, chatting and laughing. The air was warm and lively, the kind of scene that made a house feel like home.

When they stepped in, none of the elders seemed surprised. It was as if one extra person hardly made a difference in this big family.

Anne and Mandy greeted the adults, polite and sweet, making their rounds. Instantly, everyone’s attention shifted to the two kids.

Max and Wyatt followed suit, offering their greetings. Felicia, calm and respectful, only greeted Nate and Hope.

Miranda and Brysen sat off to the side. Brysen’s gaze was sharp, a flicker of disapproval in his eyes, while Miranda’s expression was harder to read.

Nate acknowledged them with a nod.

Hope smiled, genuine and warm. “You get more beautiful every time I see you. It’s been too long.”

Felicia smiled back, her posture graceful. “Thank you, ma’am. You’re looking wonderful yourself.”

Hope’s laughter filled the room, softening the mood.

Felicia asked after Nate’s health, suddenly realizing how long it had been since she last visited. Work had kept her running.

“These old bones are just fine,” Nate replied, waving it off.

Their easy exchange didn’t go unnoticed. The others watched, taking in the peaceful vibe between Felicia, Nate, and Hope.

Meanwhile, Felicia didn’t spare a glance for the Hawthornes. The feeling was mutual. No one from their side tried to speak with her.

Suddenly, Anne darted away from Brandon and bounced over to Felicia, grabbing her hand. “Mommy.”

The Hawthornes froze, caught off guard by Anne’s happy call.

Felicia bent down, her voice gentle. “What’s up, sweetheart?”

Anne greeted all the elders again, then announced, loud and proud, “Evelynn is going to be my mommy now!”

She spoke with confidence, not a trace of nerves.

Miranda finally responded, her voice layered with affection. “That’s wonderful. Anne has a mommy now.”

Rose replied, “He had to work late today, something came up last minute. He couldn’t make it.”

Miranda sighed. “He’s always so busy.”

“It’s the end of the year. There’s just too much to do,” Rose explained.

Miranda let it drop and didn’t push further.

During lunch, the elders started talking about Luke again, hinting that maybe it was time he started thinking about settling down.

Daniel spoke up, reassuring them. “Luke knows what he wants, Grandma, Grandpa. You don’t need to worry about him.”

That seemed to settle things for now.

Rose glanced over at Max and Felicia. Anne sat between them, the picture of a perfect little family. Rose felt a pang in her chest, a quiet sigh slipping out.

After lunch, Max’s phone rang. It was Darin calling.