Revenge of the Hideous Lady (Xyla Quest) novel Chapter 1904

Stanley Batton wore a gray turtleneck sweater under a long black woolen coat, with a pair of black pants and black leather shoes.

His hair and shoulders were covered in unmelted snow, but he still managed to look cool and dignified.

Just one look was enough to make Xyla Quest’s heart pound.

Stanley carried a sizable paper bag sporting a logo belonging to his wife's favorite bakery.

Xyla immediately cheered up when she saw it. “Honey, did you buy me a cake?”

Stanley grinned with an indescribably gentle look in his eyes.

“Yes.”

He quickly removed his coat and changed into slippers before placing the bag on the coffee table.

Stanley sat down beside Xyla, naturally extending his arm to pull Xyla into his embrace.

“How was your day? Are you tired?” he asked softly.

Everything about him seemed soothing and warm.

Josh had long gotten used to this, and so had Sophie.

Xyla felt warm in her heart. “No, I’m not tired. Honey, I feel like eating roasted pork ribs with fried eggs and tomatoes.”

“Okay, I’ll make them for you right away. Is there anything else?” Stanley asked.

“Hmm, maybe some roasted eggplants as well,” Xyla suggested.

“As you wish,” he answered.

“Thank you, Honey.”

“Don’t mention it.”

Then, Stanley shifted his gaze to his brother's face. “You’re here.”