Chapter 3302 Waylen, frustrated, demanded, “Rena, I want a straight answer!" Rena paused, a slight smile gracing her lips, and as Waylen joined her, she straightened his shirt, speaking softly, "I'm off to find a present for Melissa.
And we might need to consider a new date for their wedding.
" The thoughtfulness in her gesture warmed Waylen.
He tenderly held her face, planting a fervent ki*s before murmuring, "Darling, that's incredibly thoughtful.
" When Marcus and Melissa returned, the household staff greeted them, bubbling with congratulations.
In high spirits, Marcus generously rewarded each with a bonus.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAscending the stairs, they were met with a surprise.
The two children and Minnie the puppy were all wide-eyed and waiting.
The three little ones converged in the master bedroom, the children and Minnie aligning themselves in an orderly queue.
The moment the door swung open, Matthew's excitement couldn't be contained.
"Hooray! A baby sister is on the way!" he cheered.
Marcus swiftly scooped him up, ensuring a careful distance from Melissa.
"Gentle now, buddy! Mommy's carrying a little one.
Cradled in his father's arms, Matthew peered at Melissa's tummy, a blush coloring his cheeks.
"When will the baby sister arrive?” he inquired with caution.
Marcus replied with gravity, "She'll be here in about eight and a half months.
Matthew's gaze lingered, full of wonder.
With a comforting hand, Marcus smoothed back Matthew's hair.
"You and I will be bunkmates for now, letting Mommy and your sister get the rest they need, alright?" Contemplating the arrival of his new sister, Matthew gave an earnest nod.
He was so taken with the idea that he offered his beloved Minnie to keep Melissa company.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"At night, when sleep evades me, I find comfort in the buttons on Minnie's belly.
She's such good company," he confided.
Melissa, puzzled by his remark, looked to Marcus for clarification.
"Buttons?"
Marcus, cheeks tinged with a sudden flush, clarified quickly, "He's referring to Minnie's dress!" But Matthew persisted, adamant.
"No! She has two rows of buttons on her belly, maybe six or eight. Realization dawned on Melissa about the innocent observation.
The explanation, however, was not forthcoming to Matthew.
Yet, the confusion was short-lived as the topic soon slipped from the m young boy's mind.