Revenge of the Hideous Lady (Xyla Quest) novel Chapter 2069

Xyla Quest instantly looked up at Wilson Batton. “What is it, Dad?”

“Forget it. We’ll talk after lunch,” he replied.

“Come on, what is it?”

Could this be related to the surprise that the nanny mentioned?

Wilson shook his head. “It’s nothing that can't wait until after you've eaten.”

Nodding obediently, Xyla lowered her eyes and resumed eating quietly, much to the approval and adoration of Sharon Lindt upon seeing how pliant she was.

Seeing her pretty daughter-in-law like this made her want to spoil her rotten.

Wilson felt the same way.

In his heart, he treated Xyla as his biological daughter.

Beep, beep, beep—

Sharon’s phone started ringing right then. Seeing the caller as her son, Stanley Batton, she promptly answered the call.

“What is it, Son?”

“Is Xyla awake?” he asked.

“Yes, she’s having lunch,” she answered.

“How’s her appetite?” he questioned.

“Fantastic.”

“Okay, don’t let her eat anything that might upset her stomach. She needs to eat clean,” he reminded.

“I know, I know. I’ve cooked all the mild stuff today,” Sharon assured him.

“Okay. Keep an eye on her and make sure she gets enough nutrients.”

Smiling sweetly, she greeted him. “Honey?”

Stanley, who had just finished lunch, was going around the office with Zack Cassidy to check on each department.

During his call, he merely stood outside each department to glance inward. Even so, he still attracted the attention of every staff member from each department as their ears perked up, feeling curious who he was talking to on the phone.

Those that sat close to the windows could hear what Stanley was saying, even as he ignored everyone and continued to peruse each department.

“Hey, Darling. Make sure you eat well. I’ll spend time with you tonight once I get home, all right?” he said over the phone.

“What time will you be home?” Xyla asked.

“I’ll try to make it home by five. Is that okay?”

“Okay. I’ll wait for you at home,” she answered softly.

His gaze softened. “I’ll buy you a cup of milk tea from your favorite store when I head back.”