Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 603

Elaine's delivery was relatively quick, thanks to the Whites bringing in an expert medical team, which minimized complications. However, the past few months of pregnancy have been quite challenging.

Irene was very fond of her grandson and spent money to create a set of pure gold jewelry for him.

Once the baby finished his bottle and drifted off to sleep, the servant took him upstairs.

In the living room, Violeta and the other two enjoyed some fruit and conversation. Since they hadn't met in two years, there was no shortage of things to discuss.

Irene wished for her son to marry and for a grandchild to be born.

Now that her grandson had been born, her only wish was for Violeta to resolve her lifelong matters.

Not wanting to be too direct, she gently asked, "Vio, how are things going with you and Hade? I heard he got another promotion."

Violeta responded, "We're doing well, everything is stable and there's nothing to be concerned about."

Irene nodded. "Well, that's great."

Violeta looked at her and asked, "Mom, what are you trying to say?"

Sensing her daughter's insight, Irene didn't beat around the bush. "Vio, I'm not trying to rush you, but after all these years together, don't you think it's time to make things settle down?

"Hayden is already in his early thirties, just like Niall was when he married. Even if no one's rushing you, his family must be starting to feel the pressure."

Hearing this, Violeta looked down thoughtfully.

Marriage wasn't something she had really given much thought to in this life.

Though she didn't mind being in a relationship, when it came to marriage, it always felt somewhat out of reach for her.

Maybe it was because she had spent so much time single in her past life, without any elders around to push her toward marriage, that she never felt much of a longing for it.

For the past two years, she had been caught up with filming.

Hayden had patiently waited for her all this time, yet he never once mentioned marriage.

He was likely holding back, anticipating Violeta to initiate things.

"Got it, Mom. Hayden talked about having me over for New Year this year, so we'll see what happens."

Irene paused, noticing that Violeta seemed to grasp the situation well, so she left it at that.

By midday, Niall and Anton arrived back together.

After two years, the family was able to gather for a reunion dinner, with the Whites happily greeting a new member.