Revenge of the Hideous Lady (Xyla Quest) novel Chapter 2154

“We realized there were already a lot of things for you while we were packing. That’s why we didn’t want to bring any clothes. We were planning to buy what we need here once we arrived. Don’t worry, we’ll be staying here,” Josh Batton explained immediately, knowing very well what was on their mind.

Naturally, Annabeth Cates' parents were hoping their daughter would stay for a prolonged visit as they hadn’t seen her for a long time.

“My schedule is all sorted out, too. We’ll be here with the two of you for some time,” he added.

Bobby Cates and Peggy Howards instantly relaxed upon hearing that.

“We were thinking of taking you both out on a trip somewhere. Is there anywhere you’d like to go in particular?” Annabeth asked.

“We can go somewhere nearby. Traveling is a waste of money,” her father said.

“No, it's not, Dad. It’ll be an eye-opening experience to go somewhere further,” she said.

“How is that not a waste of money? We could eat lots of good food at home with the money,” Peggy told her.

Hearing them, Josh was touched by their sensible approach to money as usual.

“It’s not the same," he let out a chuckle. "Everyone should go out exploring now and then. If you won’t tell us where you want to go, then we’ll make the decision.”

“I really can’t think of a place,” Bobby said after a moment's consideration.

“What about City L?" Annabeth suggested. "I heard there’s an outdoor hot spring that’s pretty fun. We can explore the hot spring before walking around. What do you think?”

She knew that her parents enjoyed hot springs immensely and could see how tempted they were by the idea.

“It’s been decided, then. That’s where we’ll go.” Josh instantly made the call after seeing their facial expressions.

They didn’t voice any objections upon observing how determined the younger couple seemed. Their notion of how traveling was a waste of money came from being frugal their entire lives.

Her heart raced when she heard this, her face turning red.

Meanwhile, Bobby and Peggy exchanged glances and smiled.

“She’s such an ordinary girl. Who would want to steal her away?” Peggy joked.

“My wife isn’t ordinary at all," Josh declared while ruffling her hair affectionately. "In my eyes, she’s the prettiest woman in the world.”

Annabeth immediately felt embarrassed. “I’m such an ordinary person. How am I good-looking?”

“You are, to me,” he said. He would never get bored of looking at Annabeth.

She might not have looked stunning at first glance, but she gradually grew prettier over time.