Chapter 147
The door quickly closed again. Audrey quietly moved to the door and heard the sounds of Sunny eating the pasta inside. She smiled slightly and whispered “He’s eating”
Michael was momentarily stunned. In the past, when Sunny was unwell, he had always needed to be forced out by a psychologist. This was the first time Sumry had actively come out of his room.
Is Mrs. Hayes just lucky! Or is she truly better than a professional psychologist? Michae] wondered.
The three of them dit linger at the door for long and soon made their way to the living room.
Michel understood that Audrey and Alistair had things to discuss, so he didn’t disturbi
b them and retreated to the kitchen to eat his pasta. The semi- open kitchen allowed him to hear their conversation outside.
Through the recent one–sided interaction, Audrey had gained a rough understanding of Sunny’s condition
After taking a sip of water to clear her throat, Audrey softly spoke. “Sunny’s situation is better than I expected. He can understand commands, which means he’s
‘s not inherently autistic“
Upon hearing this. Alistairs joy was evident. “Audrey, do you have a way to help him?”
–
Meeting his hopeful gaze, Audrey nodded slightly. “Most cases of developmental autism are caused by environmental factors. It requires patient guidance, careful companionship, and nurturing. I can’t guarantee I can cure him, but I’m willing to try”
“Thank you” Alistair looked at her with deep seriousness, his eyes reflecting genuine warmth.
With his handsome noble face. Alistair seemed distant yet somehow affectionate, exuding both tenderness and sweetness. If this were recorded and posted online, countless girls would surely be captivated
Audrey’s heart raced slightly, and she lowered her guze, whispering, “We’re family, so no need for thanks. I’ve said I’ll treat Sunny like my own child”
Previously, Michael had thought Audrey was too low in status to match Alistair. Now, however, Michael felt himself to be too shallow.
Putting aside everything else, very few girls at her age could accept becoming a stepmother.”
Though the internet was full of chatter about becoming a pain–free mom and getting a child for free, in reality, if such a situation fell upon oneself, it wouldn’t be easy to remain unaffected.
Audrey’s willingness to overlook Sunny’s condition and actively help him already set her apart from many women
No wonder Mr. Hayes treats her so differently. Michael thought..
Half an hour later, Sunny finished the pasta and quietly opened the door to place the plate outside.
Before Audrey could respond, Alistair instinctively stepped forward to take the plate and headed to the kitchen to wash it
Michael, just finishing | his meal, stared wide–eyed and stepped forward. “Mr. Hayes, let me do it”
“No need” Alistair replied casually. “You should just stay with me in Riverdale for now, Go back and rest.
With that, Alistair rolled up the sleeves of his expensive shirt and picked up a bear–patterned dishcloth, washing the plate diligently.
“Don’t forget to scrub the pots and mop the kitchen floor too. Audrey sat cross–legged on the sofa, peeling an orange leisurely as she watched a
snap opera
“Cor it,” Alistair responded quickly.
Michael was m
was momentarily taken aback, thinking. “Mr. Hayes’ family status seems a bit low
As Audrey persed a segment of orange, she looked up and caught Michael staring intently at her. Her simile faltered slightly as she offered him a pier “Want to share?
Michael was at a loss for words as he thought to himself, ‘No, I don’t deserve this. Mrs. Hayes, you really don’t have to be so approachable
He shook his head, his expression respectful. “No, thank you, Mrs. Hayes. I won’t disturb you any longer.
Audrey raised an eyebrow. “Mr. Cooper, are you leaving? Let me see you out…”
She was about to go put on her slippers
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Michael, not daring to let Audrey see him out unless he wanted to lose his job, quickly stepped back, waving his hands and speaking rapidly. “No need! I can leave on my own.”
Without waiting for Audrey to rise, he hurriedly opened the door and exited. As soon as Michael left, Audrey’s phone, which she had placed on the sofa, rang
“Audrey, are you asleep?” Jessica’s cheerful voice came through the phone, full of excitement.
Audrey smiled in response and asked, “Not yet. What’s going on, Mom? Why are you so happy?
“Layla and her two sons have been arrested, Jessica’s tone carried a hint of schadenfreude. “Although we don’t know the reason yet, you won’t have to worry about that bizarre marriage anymore.”
Audrey raised her eyebrows in surprise, glancing back at Alistair, who was busy in the kitchen. Could this also be his doing? Audrey wondered.
