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At that moment, Scarlett spoke up, “You guys go ahead. I’m heading home.”
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Mr. Hodges, who had been smiling, turned his gaze to her. “Scarlett, why don’t youe back
with us? There are plenty of rooms at the house…”
“No matter how many rooms there are, it’s still the Hodges Family’s ce. Mr. Hodges, I’ll go
back to my own home,” Scarlett replied.
Her words effectively put an end to their idea.
They wanted the child toe back with them because the child was part of the Hodges
Family. The grandfather was invited because they were old friends, but it wouldn’t make
sense for her to go back, given the fact that she and Hugo were divorced.
She needed to maintain this boundary.
At this point, Mr. Hodges looked at Hugo, signaling him with his eyes. But Hugo said,
“Grandpa, why don’t you and Grandpa Adler take the child back? I’ll take Scarlett home.”
Mr. Hodges frowned; that wasn’t what he meant!
He nced at the three little ones beside him, signaling them to try and persuade her. But the
three kids knew Scarlett Adler all <i>too </i>well.
She was determined, and once Scarlett made up her mind, no one could change it.
The three little ones stood there, not daring to speak.
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Being allowed to visit the Hodges Family was already a rare favor from their mom, so who
would dare to say more?
Seeing the silence among the three, Grandpa was a bit helpless.
It seemed Scarlett’s authority was unquestionable!
Beside him, William nced at Hugo, understanding his intentions perfectly.
Although Hugo had behaved well earlier, it didn’t mean William had forgiven him.
William spoke up, “How about I go back with you, Grandpa?”
“Great–grandfather!” Fourth tugged at his hand, pouting and looking at him with pleading
eyes, not wanting him to leave.
William frowned, feeling conflicted.
Hugo’s gaze shifted to Fourth, a slight smile on his lips. Yes, she was indeed his little darling,
understanding him well.
Then he looked at First and Second…
Well, at least they weren’t trying to stop him.
At this moment, Hugo spoke, “Don’t worry, Grandpa Adler. I’ll make sure Scarlett gets home
safely!”
Before William could speak, Grandpa Hodges quickly chimed in, “Yes, yes, let him go
deliver <ol><li>it. We’ll head back first. You’ve already promised the kid, and besides, tonight we have to </li></ol>
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William knew exactly what Grandpa Hodges was thinking.
He rolled his eyes and spoke impatiently, “Oh,e on, <i>you </i>think I don’t know what you’re up
to?”
“I… I don’t have any bad intentions!” Grandpa Hodges muttered, refusing <i>to </i>admit anything.
At this moment, William nced disapprovingly at Hugo, then focused his gaze <i>on </i>Scarlett.
“Don’t worry, Grandpa. I’m not a child anymore; I know what I’m doing,” Scarlett assured him.
“You hear that? Scarlett said it herself. Just rx!” Grandpa Hodges chimed in supportively.
William thought for a moment before sighing, “Alright, just be careful.” He cast another wary nce at Hugo, clearly on guard.
“Alright, alright, let’s go,” Grandpa Hodges quickly urged, worried that they might not be able to leave if they dyed any longer.
Just as they were about <i>to </i>leave, First approached Scarlett. “Scarlett…”
Watching him<i>, </i>Scarlett smiled softly. “Be good and take care of your great–grandfather and
grandfather, okay?”
First nodded obediently.
“Let’s go.”
“But you…” First nced at her, then at Hugo, his eyes filled with concern.
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Hugo thought, “What kind of look is that?”
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They say sons are like leather jackets, but this one seems to have a few holes!
“It’s fine,” Scarlett reassured him with a smile.
Only then did First nod, though still worried, and followed the old man.
In the car.
Hugo drove with a nk expression, though his mind was racing.
It seemed necessary to have a good talk with First and Second.
If he didn’t win them over to his side, his future ns might not go smoothly!
He couldn’t scold them, and he definitely couldn’t hit them.
After thinking it over, he decided he had to win them over.
With that in mind, Hugo nced sideways at Scarlett.
His eyes were thoughtful as he cleared his throat and casually asked, “By the way, what do
First and Second like?”
Scarlett paused, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. She looked up at him, her captivating gaze seeming <i>to </i>see right through him. A slight smile yed on her lips. “So, are you trying to
impress them?”
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Hugo was driving with one hand, the other casually resting on the window as he leaned his chin on it. He closed his eyes briefly and denied, “Why would I try to impress them? I’m just
asking.”
“Then why don’t you ask Fourth?” Scarlett countered.
“I already know what Fourth likes.”
“Really?”
Hugo nodded seriously.
“So, what does she like the most?”
“Me!”
Scarlett was taken aback, “…???”
Hugo turned his head, giving Scarlett a serious look. “She likes me the most.”
Scarlett was speechless, “…Narcissism is a disease!”
“Don’t you think so?” Hugo shot back.
Scarlett smiled at him, “Even if it is, it’s just because she happens to like handsome guys, and
you just happen to be her dad, with money, power, and looks. You fit her criteria, that’s all.”
Scarlett hit the nail on the head.
Hugo raised an eyebrow, unfazed. “So what? Who doesn’t like excellence? It just means my
daughter has high standards!”
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Scarlett was speechless.
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Of course, he would defend his own child. Even if there were ulterior motives, he would see
them as good.
What could Scarlett say?
She chose silence.
The car cruised smoothly down the road.
Hugo drove casually, ncing at Scarlett. A thought suddenly crossed his mind, and he
couldn’t help but ask, “Why did you agree to marry me back then, when our grandfathers
suggested it?”
It wasn’t for money, that was certain.
During their first year of marriage, Scarlett never took a dime from the Hodges family. Even
the money given <i>to </i>her by the old man at their wedding remained untouched. She didn’t care
for the expensive jewelry and bags gifted to her either.
Power? That didn’t seem to be the reason.
Scarlett never used her status to gain any advantage. Their marriage was practically a secret.
For looks?
Hugo’s dark eyes held a hint of mystery, <b>and </b>his lips curled into a subtle smile.
Scarlett was caught off guard when the question suddenly turned to her. Her longshes
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The more Scarlett stayed silent, the more curious Hugo became. “<i>Hmm</i>? Wh
reason?”
Scarlett lifted her gaze, fixing her eyes on him. “You really want to know?”
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