Two Times the Charm (Clara and Emmett) novel Chapter 69

Clara was still busy making desserts when Sophia Melendez showed up with Aiden.

Seeing Aiden, Clara quickly wiped her hands and came out, greeting him with a gentle smile, "Aiden, I made some yummy stuff. Come taste it."

Aiden glanced at Sophia, who gave a slight nod, and he went over to Clara.

The two of them went into the kitchen together. Watching their backs, Sophia sighed, "Clara really seems to have a thing for Aiden. I can't tell if she's genuine or just putting on a show."

Emmett raised an eyebrow, "She can't act for nuts."

"That's good then! After all, you found her, so I can only trust your judgment." Sophia chuckled, "I don't have many wishes in my life. I just hope Aiden can grow up safe and sound. After all, he's grown up with me. Even if you have more kids later, I might not love them as much as I do him."

"You already have Aiden and you still want me to have more kids?" Emmett frowned.

Sophia pointed at the kitchen with her chin, "Aren't you and Clara planning to have a kid? How long can your marriage last if you don't even have a kid?"

"The point of marriage isn't to keep it going as long as possible! You wouldn't understand, so don't butt in."

"Alright, alright, I won't meddle! I brought Aiden over, so I'll head back now. Your dad's not feeling well today, I need to accompany him to the hospital."

Emmett nodded, "Do you need me to send someone with you?"

"No need. I don't think it's anything serious. Your dad's getting old, his health isn't what it used to be. Now that you're married, he can rest easy. Your dad and I can enjoy our twilight years."

Emmett frowned, "I'll drive you."

"No, that's not necessary. Better keep an eye on the kitchen. I'm...I'm still worried Clara might do something to Aiden. After all, she's his stepmother."

"Clara won't..."

"Better safe than sorry! You go check, don't worry about me."

"Good, you guys have fun here, I'll get back to work."

Emmett turned around and left while Clara watched his retreating figure until he was out of sight. Then she turned to Aiden and asked cautiously, "Are you scared of your father? You seem reluctant to talk every time you see him."

"I don’t like him.” Aiden lowered his head, “He never really seems to consider me as his son.”

“...Emmett doesn't like you?”

Then why did he insist on having a child with me?

“I’m not sure if he likes me, but he rarely has time to be with me. I only see him a few times a year. I spend most of my time with grandma.”

Clara's heart ached. She bent down and hugged her son, “It’s all my fault! It’s all my responsibility! I’m sorry for making you grow up in such an environment.”

“Mom, you don’t need to blame everything on yourself, I know you’re scared of dad too.”