The Perfect Wife's Perfect Revenge novel Chapter 246

A shadow flickered across McNeil's eyes.

"Her affairs have nothing to do with me."

Violet nodded quickly. "Of course. I won't ask about her again."

It was obvious—just mentioning Victoria McNeil instantly soured his mood. He must really despise that woman.

Violet checked the time. "Gwyn's almost out of school. How about I pick her up while you stay here with the guests?"

"No need," McNeil replied. "It's all arranged. We'll bring Gwyn home together, then head back to the office for dinner."

"Alright."

No matter how assertive Violet could be in public, in front of McNeil she was always unfailingly polite and obedient, as meek and gentle as a lamb.

Outside the school, Marcus and Victoria had already gotten out of the car and were waiting.

The kindergarten was a familiar place for Gwyneth, but for Victoria, this was the first time she'd come here without the intention of picking her up. She figured if McNeil hadn't called her, he must have made other arrangements, and frankly, she was tired of getting involved in the father-daughter drama.

Marcus was tall, so as soon as Max appeared, he spotted him. Max saw Marcus too, but wasn't expecting to see Victoria standing there as well.

Instead of running straight to Marcus as usual, Max nearly barreled right into Victoria, unable to contain his excitement.

"Miss Fannie!"

He lit up at the sight of Victoria and his uncle together. Every time he saw other kids get picked up from school by both their parents, a quiet envy would rise in his chest, something he could only swallow back and cry about once he was home.

Even though his uncle and Miss Fannie weren't his parents, their presence still meant the world to him—a child's simple longing and hope—so today he was especially happy.

"Look at you," Marcus said, ruffling Max's sweaty hair as he took his backpack. "You're always running around until you're drenched."

Just as Max was about to climb into the car, he suddenly stopped and ran back toward the school.

"Uncle, Miss Fannie, I just remembered something—I'll be right back!"