Ch. 1006..1010

Chapter 1006

There was an air of coziness in the living room.

Sylvia could not sit still for long as she needed to look for Sherry.

Grabbing the paper bag with food inside from Odell, Sylvia got on her feet.

All eyes turned to her.

Sylvia looked at Odell and John. “Carry on with your conversation. I’m going to check on Sherry.” Despite the emotions behind his eyes, John let out a smile. “Be my guest, Mrs. Carter.”

Odell returned her a smile. “Go on.”

Julie abruptly asked, “Mrs. Carter, do you need me to come along?”

“It's okay. | know the way. | can go there myself.” She kept her eyes on Flint and Isabel while replying.

Flint was being his cute self in Madam Stockton’s arms. Detecting Sylvia’s gaze, Madam Stockton’s face fell as she clung onto Flint with reluctance to let go.

Isabel was coiling Queenie’s hair around her finger, engrossed in styling her hair. Queenie shifted away from Sylvia’s gaze as she sat still for Isabel to do her up. Letting out a helpless grin, Sylvia threw a question to Liam.” Liam, do you want to go with me?”

Isabel was too much into Queenie’s hair while Madam Stockton clearly had a hard time parting with Flint. They should be fine here since Odell was around. By the way Liam was clutching onto his book, it seemed he was bored. She might as well bring him out for a stroll.

Liam's eyes lit up. “Yeah.”

He got up and held Sylvia’s extending hand.

Hand-in-hand, Sylvia took off with Liam.

With Liam and her gone, Madam Stockton and Queenie heaved relief altogether.

“Mommy, are you staying here this week?” Liam blurted out the question in his mind not too far along the walk.

Sylvia replied, “Yes, but it's my first time here at this compound. | normally hang around with Sherry in the guest room ahead.” “Are the people here nice to you?” The boy looked up and stared into her eyes.

Sylvia met his eyes as her mind flashed back to the day Odell took Liam from her when Odell kicked her out of the house.

The knuckle-sized face in her memory had now grown into distinctive features. The kid, who only cried as he was taken away back then, was now looking out for her.

Feeling loved, Sylvie softly responded, “Mr. Stockton is your daddy's partner in business. No one would try to pick on me here. They have been polite to me.”

Liam pursed his lips without pursuing further questions. Sylvia took Liam by the hand and quickly arrived at Sherry’s space.

Hiding under the shade of a thick yellowwood tree, Sherry sprawled over the table and worked on her needlepoint. She appeared lifeless and sluggish.

Sylvia quickened her pace toward Sherry.

Picking up on footsteps , Sherry lifted her chin and saw Sylvia together with Liam. They were family in her eyes. “Syl, what a nice surprise.”

She bolted toward Liam. Liam courteously greeted Sherry, “Good morning, Aunt Sherry.”

Sherry studied his handsome and adorable face while cheekily asking, “Liam dear, can | have a hug?”

Furrowing his brows, Liam hesitated for a moment before uttering, “Alright.”

Sherry pulled him into her arms and violated his face with relentless kisses.

It was too late for Sylvia to stop her.

Unsurprisingly, Liam asked the magic question the moment Sherry set him free. “Where's the loo?” Thinking he needed to take a leak, Sherry pointed in a direction with a smile. “That way.”

Liam swiftly made his way there.

Sylvia then queried Sherry, “Have you had breakfast?”

Sherry slumped over as if her soul left her. “D*mn John gave me half a bun.”

Sylvia immediately passed over the paper bag with food in it.” Here you go. Eat it while it’s hot.”

With a glowing expression, Sherry took the paper bag and fished out the food to eat. Despite having food in her mouth, Sherry had to ask, “Syl, why did Liam come along?”

Chapter 1007 Sylvia let Sherry know about Odell bringing all three children over.

Shocked, Sherry immediately swallowed the food that was nearly spat out. With her mouth no longer full, she pressed on with more questions. “So, Isabel and Flint are here too? Where are they?

“They're with Odell at Mrs. Stockton’s compound.”

“Alright.”

Meanwhile, Liam was returning from the loo.

His face was drenched, and so were his hair strands in the front.

Sherry remarked in surprise, “That was quick, Liam.”

Liam replied, “All | did was wash my face and nothing else.”

Sherry’s eyes widened. “Did you go to the loo just to wash your face?”

Liam answered, “Yeah.”

His straight face bore no other emotions.

Sherry was reminded of the smooches she forced onto him moments ago. “...” Hurt, she munched on the bread.

Once her belly was full, Sherry sat back down and went back to her needlework. Chapter 1007

Sylvia and Liam sat in company with her.

To Sylvia’s surprise, Liam was fixated on Sherry’s embroidery because she expected Liam to be bored out of his mind.

With Liam’s attentiveness getting Sherry worked up, the latter completed her needle piece in an hour. Sherry asked, “Liam, are you keen on needlepoint?”

Liam shook his head.

“Why were you staring throughout?”

“| was curious.”

“About what?”

“How you manage to stitch something so hideous.” By the looks of his facial features, he meant business. Sylvia, “...”

Sylvia burst out laughing. “...Haha.”

Ashort while later, a maid of Madam Stockton emerged, making a beeline toward Sylvia. The maid said to her, “Mrs. Carter, the madam and Mr. Stockton sent me to inform you that it’s time for lunch.”

Sylvia looked at Sherry.

“Go on, Syl.” Sherry gave Sylvia a wink.

It was a look to smuggle Sherry some food.

Sylvia grinned. “Sure.”

She then picked up the paper bag that had not been thrown away.

The paper bag had a layer of film inside. Sylvia came across the secret compartment in the guest room. The paper bag may appear small, but it could hold a lot of stuff.

By the time Sylvia led Liam to the destination, a sumptuous feast was already spread out across the dining table. Following their arrival, everybody in the room rose to their feet.

Madam Stockton placed Flint, who was fast asleep, on an

unfurled rug before smiling at Odell and Sylvia . “Mr. and Mrs. Carter, get the children seated for lunch.” Returning a polite smile, Sylvia took Liam’s hand and approached the table.

Odell walked over to join her.

Isabel had the same thought in mind, but Queenie pulled her back by her pigtail. “Don’t think you’re going anywhere after what you did to my hair, kiddo. You can leave once you

smoothen out the knots.” It was then Sylvia’s eyes were drawn to the bird’s nest on Queenie’s head. No, a bird’s nest would be a compliment...

God knew what Isabel did to Queenie during the time of her and Liam's absence because Queenie looked as if she was fresh out

of a madhouse.

Chapter 1008

Chapter 1008 Sylvia winced, and it showed in her lips.

Unimpressed by Queenie’s appearance, Madam Stockton furrowed her brows and gave the former a look to wash up. Alas, Queenie’s full attention was on Isabel who was trying to run away. Unaware of the looks she was getting, Queenie picked Isabel up and pinned the girl down on the seat next to her.

Isabel, held by the scuff of her neck, helplessly remarked, “Miss Lion, you can’t find a boyfriend if you’re so nasty and rough.” Queenie glared at her. “I might not get a boyfriend, but I’m still going to hold you down!”

Madam Stockton averted her gaze, pretending to see nothing while extending hospitality to Odell and Sylvia. “Mr. and Mrs. Carter, don’t be a stranger. Make yourselves at home.”

She was clearly trying to steer Odell and Sylvia's attention away from Queenie’s hair.

Sylvia courteously responded before placing a napkin over her lap.

Apart from the occasional bickering between Queenie and Isabel, it was a pleasant lunch.

At the end of lunch, most people had put down their cutleries .

Sylvia had also put down her silverware and discreetly held the paper bag of food in her hands.

It contained some desserts and meat, which Sylvia snuck into the bag while everybody was distracted by Queenie and Isabel's spat.

Out of nowhere, Julie turned to her and asked with a smile,” Mrs. Carter, | noticed that you packed some food into the bag. Did you fancy the food? Should | tell the chef to prepare some for you?”

Her tone and words reflected eagerness.

Nevertheless, it put Sylvia in the spotlight.

Madam Stockton appeared surprised.

Isabel and Queenie looked at Sylvia in wonder.

Sitting beside her, Odell took a glance at the paper bag Sylvia was clutching onto. Her facial muscles tensed as Sylvia was caught at a loss for words.

It was not as though she could say that it was for Sherry in John’s face.

Besides, she already had lunch. To say she packed the food for later was giving the Stockton family an excuse to look down on her.

John suddenly uttered, “Tell the kitchen to prepare food and have it sent to the guest room.” Julie replied, “Sure, John.”

There was tension in the air.

Madam Stockton and Queenie stared at Sylvia in disbelief.

The fact that Mrs. Carter of Westchester City packed a doggy bag during a visit was hard to swallow; not to mention, she did it on the sly.

Sylvia could read the look in their eyes.

Just when Sylvia could sink through the floor, the deep voice of the man beside her took over the room.

“Thank you, John. | have a weak stomach, so | tend to have smaller but frequent meals. Since my visit was unplanned today, | hadn't brought any food with me. Sylvia packed the food for me.”

Dumbfounded, Sylvia gawped at him.

Odell looked at her with a smile and tenderly ran his fingers down her hair. “You don’t have to do that for me. Next time, you can just let Madam Stockton know.”

There was a flicker in Sylvia's eyes. “Oh... Got it.”

Getting a grip on herself, Madam Stockton plastered a smile on her face. “That’s right. No need to take it upon yourself. I'll have the maid send it to your room.”.

She looked askance at Julie. Although Madam Stockton was unconvinced the doggy bag was for Odell, Julie should not have put Sylvia on the spot.

Hiding the emotions behind her eyes, Julie apologetically said to Sylvia, “I’m sorry, Mrs. Carter. | was inconsiderate. | should've

Chapter 1009 Odell pursed his lips. The mention of Sherry drained the color off everyone else’s faces at the table.

John fell silent for a while before curling his lips. “Mrs. Carter, you’ve been with her for a week. It’s okay to miss one afternoon now that Master Carter and the children are here. How about | take all of you on a stroll around Glanchester?”

Sylvia frowned. The air was still in the room until a flat albeit young voice broke the silence. “Can’t we bring Aunt Sherry along?” Liam stared at John with his clear yet still eyes.

Sitting beside Queenie, Isabel echoed her brother’s thoughts. “Uh -huh. Aunt Sherry should come along to make it a double date!”

Silence befell the room once again.

Madam Stockton pulled a long face.

Queenie whispered to Isabel, “What do you know, kiddo? Don’t talk about her.”

Julie’s head hung low.

Sylvia and Odell looked at John.

Adjusting his glasses up his nose, John replied with a smile,” Sure. Anything Liam and Isabel say. Let's take her along.” Chapter 1009

214

Immediately, Madam Stockton, Queenie, and Julie, who kept her head down the whole time, looked at John in surprise. Madam Stockton uttered, “John...”

John interrupted before Madam Stockton could say anything.” Mom, we probably have our dinner out tonight. Don’t wait for us.”

Madam Stockton pursed her lips with a scowl.

Julie curled her lips and said, “Go and enjoy yourselves, John. I'll be here with Mom.”

John nodded his head.

Queenie murmured in a low voice, “John, I...”

John turned his eyes to her. “What?”

Queenie stole a look at Isabel before curling her lips. “Can | go with you guys?”

The question saw a change of expression in John’s eyes as her request came unexpectedly. Madam Stockton and Julie were shocked.

Amoment later, John replied, “If you want to go out, go with your friends. It’s not a good time today.” Queenie grunted, “Oh.”

It did not take long before Flint woke up from his nap on the rug.

He was crying out for his daddy.

314

Odell quickly got up and walked over.

Sylvia did not fall far behind.

The little guy quit yapping in his father’s arms, but Flint spread out his hands at the sight of Sylvia. “Mommy...”

Letting out a grin, Sylvia carried him into her embrace.

John gleefully uttered, “Since the young master’s up, let’s get ready to go out.”

Odell responded, “Sure.”

With Flint nestled in her arms, Sylvia turned on her heel.

It never occurred to Sylvia that Madam Stockton was standing behind her, fixating on Flint. The gaze did not go unnoticed as Flint beamed at Madam Stockton.

Madam Stockton smiled lovingly and urged Sylvia, “Flint is young and gets tired easily. Don’t take him to loud places and don’t be out long.”

Sylvia could tell that Madam Stockton took to Flint. Hence, Sylvia remarked in delight, “Don’t worry, Madam Stockton. We'll take good care of him.”

After a brief chat, Sylvia, Odell, and John, together with three children, went on their way. Although they were gone, Madam Stockton, Julie, and Queenie’s eyes lingered at the door.

Reading the expression on Madam Stockton’s face, Julie commented with a grin, “The Carter family’s little man sure is adorable. He doesn’t kick up a fuss.”

Chapter 1010 The thought of Flint’s adorable little face put a smile on Madam Stockton’s face. “I’ve never seen such a sweet kid. If only John had a kid as well.”

“John’s still young. He’ll have a child sooner or later.” As her eyes shifted, Julie added, “But Master Carter has three strange children. All three of them have different personalities. They might share some resemblance in appearance, but that’s how far their similarity goes.”

Madam Stockton’s face fell. “The oldest is quite like Master Carter. The not very well-behaved girl probably takes after her mom. It's too early to identify personality markers on the

youngest.”

Julie chimed in. “Yeah. The youngest is the cutest. | hope he stays that way. He better not be like his sister.” Madam Stockton callously remarked, “That’s right.”

“| think the kiddo is adorable,” standing behind them, Queenie mumbled under her breath.

Madam Stockton turned her head and looked at Queenie. Her unsightly hairdo was an eyesore. “Adorable ? The naughty girl must've gotten to your head. Go to your room and fix your hair!”

Queenie pursed her lips. “Got it.”

After leaving Madam Stockton’s compound, Sylvia took the

children to Sherry’s place.

Sherry had eaten by then. Although the food was nothing like the gourmet at Madam Stockton’s , Sherry was not left hungry. Nevertheless, Sherry stashed away the bag of food that Sylvia painstakingly got her. It could be kept for later.

Then, she locked Isabel and Flint in her arms for a kissing frenzy.

With the smooching throwing Isabel into a daze, she grumbled, asking Sherry for a heads-up next time.

Flint smacked his lips and returned wet kisses, leaving a trail of drool over Sherry’s face. Sherry was dumbstruck for a moment before holding Flint tight without letting go.

It was only when Sylvia mentioned that they were going somewhere together later that Sherry released Flint from her clutches. Sherry sprinted into the bedroom for a change of clothes.

Soon, Sherry walked out of the room in a little red number with a cinched waist. She also slapped on some lipstick and wore a sun hat. Her figure was hot, to begin with, and the outfit simply added to the same vibe.

Flint’s eyes widened in amazement.

Isabel was starstruck. “Wow, Aunt Sherry. You look beautiful.”

Amused, Sherry raised an eyebrow. “Duh.”

She extended her hands to Sylvia. “Give Flint to me, Syl. | want to bond with my youngest son.” Chapter 1010

Before Sylvia could put a word in, Flint was one step ahead and reached his little hands out. Sherry pulled him into her arms. “What a good boy!”

Swaying her hips, she carried Flint out of there.

“Wait for me, Aunt Sherry!” Isabel staggered behind her.

With a smile, Sylvia took Liam by the hand and followed in the back.

A four-seater shuttle bus was parked outside the compound.

Since the bodyguards keeping watch over the compound had been informed of the arrangement, no one stopped Sherry from leaving.

For possible intentional reasons, Sherry decided to wander about in front of the bodyguards with Flint in her arms before getting into the shuttle bus.

Isabel, Sherry, and Flint sat in the front row.

Sylvia and Liam sat in the back.

Four minutes later, the shuttle bus arrived at the front door of the Stockton family’s residence. Astretched limo was stationed outside.

Odell and John stood by the vehicle.

Under the sunlight, their figures outlined one lofty and another slender silhouette. These men might look different and bear contrasting presences of aloofness and gentle nature, but they

were both dreamboats in their own right.

In short, they were eye candies.!

Sylvia was dazzled before she could get close to them.

The shuttle bus quickly pulled up near the men.

Odell went straight to Sylvia, reaching out his hand to help her get out of the car.

Sylvia hesitated.