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Ethan pursed his lips but still did not turn around.
Stella explained from behind Ethan. “Mr. Hayden asked me to come. He said that I hadn’t been to Belicy much and that he missed me, so I came over. I planned to go straight to Hayden’s residence, but Grandpa insisted that I come to your place 1 couldn’t reject his enthusiasm, so I came over. If I had known earlier. I would have called you to tell you. I’m really sorry for making things so awkward now.”
Ethan’s Adam’s apple bobbed.
He turned around and looked at Stella. Faced with her look of guilt, he didn’t get angry or comfort her. He only said calmly. “Ill drive you to the hotel
Stella’s heart turned cold. He still won’t let me stay here she thought
When Stella was overseas, no matter how late she stayed at his house and no matter how many empty rooms there were. Ethan would always send her home.
Now that Ethan was back in the country, he still acted the same and kept her at arm’s length
In the past, she thought that it was Ethan’s personality that made hum like this. Now, she understood that it was because he did not love her.
Meanwhile, she had been foolishly waiting for him to take the initiative
If she had known earlier, she would have let go of her loftiness and taken the initiative to pursue him when they were overseas. She wouldn’t have given Kylie the chance to get in between them. It is too late for regrets now. Stella thought
Stella followed Ethan out of his house and got into Ethan’s car han remained silent throughout
Stella could feel Ethan’s rejection and anger towards their engagement. However. Ethan didn’tvent hus feelings on her, not did he demand answers of her. Stella told him that she didnt know anything and was forced to do so Ethan didn’t react. only acting cold towards her throughout
“Ethan, Stella said.
“Yes?” Ethan replied. He did not turn around and continued to look out of the car window
“I heard that Jos’s school has a midterm sports meet tomorrow
“Yeah.”
“Mr. Hayden asked me to go with you. I wanted to refuse, but Me Hayden said…”
“Go ahead,” Ethan agreed.
A smile slipped from Stella’s lips.
Although Ethan acted very distant with her. Ethan didn’t reject anything she said.
1am different from the other women, Stella thought
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“You haven’t forgotten that you’re participating in my school’s mid-term event today, right? Joseph reminded.
I haven’t forgotten. It’s just that.”
“Mommy, are you going back on your word? Joseph Hayden’s voice instantly turned into a sob.
“Alright, I’ll definitely go. Kylie could not refuse.
Kylie felt that Joseph was following Ethan’s example, though using a different method. Joseph clearly knew how to get his
way.
“It will officially start at 1 pm. Mommy, I will wait for you,” Joseph reminded Kylie once again.
“Okay.”
After hanging up the phone, Kylie went to the office first. She called a meeting to make arrangements for her work schedule. After having a quick lunch, she left in a hurry.
orts meet.
When she left, she changed into a set of casual clothes that was more suitable for the sports meet
Once she arrived at Joseph’s school, when Kylie was hesitant to enter, the security guard said. Joseph Hayden’s mother?
Please come in.”
Kylie’s heart skipped a beat.
She asked, “How did you know that I’m Joseph Hayden’s mother
“Every child will give their parents’ name and phone number, the security guard explained.
Warmth filled Kylie’s heart “Okay, thanks”
“You’re welcome.”
Kylie walked into the elite school and went to the auditorium where the principal was already debriefing the children for
this semester.
When Kylie arrived, the auditorium was already filled with parents. She could only choose a seat closer to the back.
Then, she listened attentively to the teacher talk about the school’s teaching philosophy and the children’s development.
Then, there was an award ceremony for the children.
Kylie saw Joseph and a large group of children walking onto the stage.
Joseph’s head moved around, looking as if he was looking for her.
When Kylie waved her hand. Joseph caught sight of her and his expression brightened,
Stella, who was sitting in the front row, smiled and teased, “I’ve never seen Jos smile before. He’s very outstanding when he goes on stage:
Ethan did not answer.
He knew very well why Joseph was suddenly excited.
After the award ceremony ended, the teacher led the students to the sports field in an orderly manner. The parents followed
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In the huge sports field, Kylie was still sitting towards the end.
She saw Ethan and Stella sitting at the front, Stella was chatting and laughing with Ethan.
So, Stella also came to participate? She really is a competent stepmother, Kylie thought.
Once the sports meet
et began, all the events happened in an orderly manner.
Joseph participated in the high jump and sprint, both with good results.
Kylie acted much calmer compared to Stella, who shouted excitedly every time Joseph went on stage.
Kylie even saw Joseph blushing from it.
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or the next swim race, some parents went to another area.
At that moment, Stella saw Kylie. Stella acted surprised, asking, “Miss Stafford, you’re here too? Where were you? Why didn’t I see you the entire time?”
“I came late and sat at the back,” Kylie answered.
“You should move closer for a better view. By the way, did you see Jos’s match? He’s amazing, isn’t he?” Stella said proudly as if she was talking about her own child.
Kylie agreed with her words,
Afterward, Ethan walked
ed further away with Stella.
Then, the match began.
Kylie watched Joseph standing at the starting line in a small swimsuit.
Stella was still shouting very loudly. Joseph Hayden was a little embarrassed as he turned to look at Kylie.
Kylie gave him a thumbs-up, making Joseph smile confidently.
A trace of coldness flashed across Stella’s smiling face.
She had always been nice to Joseph since he was little.
Stella admitted that she did it for Ethan, but she was always sincere with Joseph. However, when she returned, she felt that Joseph acted more intimate with Kylie.
What magic did Kylie spin to make Ethan and Joseph so obsessed with her? Stella thought.
The whistle blew and Joseph jumped into the pool, moving fluidly as he did so.
In the end, Joseph obtained first place with a big lead.
Kylie beamed with pride, thinking, Joseph is just like me when I was young’
After the swimming competition, Joseph went to the changing room to change and Ethan left with Stella.
Unintentional or not, Kylie was able to stay behind and wait at the door for Joseph.
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