Chapter 313
Staying here any longer would definitely lead to trouble.
This thought strongly emerged in Eva’s mind, prompting her to pick up Ruby.
“No need for David to drive me. It’s late, let David go home and have dinner as well. I’ll take Ruby and Dylan back on my own p>
Indeed, as soon as she spoke, she captured Michael’s attention.
Facing her, Michael could still maintain his gentle expression.
“Eva, are you sure you don’t need a ride p>
“I’m sure, I can manage on my own p>
“Alright then, be safe, and feel free to call me if you need anything p>
Eva nodded. “Okay, I understand p>
Before leaving, Michael handed Ruby a small bag.
“You can give this gift to Ruby and Dylan p>
“No p>
“Just take it, Ruby has already accepted it earlier p>
Helpless, Eva had to let Ruby take the small bag. After saying goodbye to Michael, she prepared to leave. Suddenly, Adrian, who had been standing by her side, walked towards her and bent down to pick up Dylan, who was standing next to her.
Dylan was startled and instinctively embraced Adrian’s neck, his small body suddenly becoming tense.
This was the first time he was being held by Adrian, and it felt so warm.
It was completely different from how the other uncles held him.
Eva saw this scene and didn’t think much of it, only wanting to leave as quickly as possible.
So Michael stood still and watched as the two of them, each holding a child, walked away without any expression on his face.
After a while, David approached, indignant, “Mr. Cooper, how dare that man come straight to our door. It’s really outrageous p>
Hearing this, Michael sneered and did not answer his question. Instead, he turned and went back to the balcony, picking up the cup of leftover drink from the table.
Seeing this, David hurriedly stepped forward, “Mr. Cooper, this cup has been used, let me get you a fresh one p>
“It’s fine p>
Michael took a sip and David watched this scene, his thoughts becoming incredibly complex.
It was evident that Mr. Cooper truly regarded the two children as his own. Despite not being his biological children, his love for Ms. Hansen compelled him to not mind. Otherwise, why would he eat the leftovers from the kids’ meals? David found the two children adorable and wished for a pair like them, but he couldn’t bring himself to eat their leftovers like Mr. Cooper. However, if they were his own children, he would gladly do so.
If Mr. Cooper could be with Ms. Hansen, he would treat her and her two children exceptionally well.
On the day he went to the hospital to pick someone up, David saw Michael leaning against the wall, his bangs falling in front of his eyes. He wasn’t wearing his glasses; instead, he held them in his hand, and even the lenses were cracked.
A heavy aura surrounded Michael – just by being near him, one could sense his terrifying presence. Having witnessed Michael’s horror in the past, David thought he had changed over the past five years, but now seeing him like this, he found it difficult to accept.
Thus, David stood still for a while, working through his thoughts before approaching.
Hearing a sound, Michael looked up and said, “You’re here, take care of the matters behind us p>
David couldn’t bring himself to meet his gaze, so he nodded and replied, “Of course, Mr. Cooper, rest assured, I will handle everything p>
“Alright p>
Once he entrusted all the matters to David, Michael quickly left.
David stood in place, watching his lonely figure fade into the distance, feeling as if a storm was approaching.
He guessed that Mr. Cooper must have encountered some issue with Ms. Hansen.
Indeed, over the next few days, Mr. Cooper didn’t leave the house but stayed quietly in his own space. He didn’t look for Eva, and she didn’t come looking for him either. Both seemed like strangers suddenly cut off from each other. Michael didn’t eat much lunch and said as he put down his spoon, “David, let’s go pick up Ruby and Dylan after school, I miss them p>
Immediately, David nodded.
“Alright, Mr. Cooper, we’ll go later p>
So, David accompanied Michael to the school and brought the two children home.
During the car ride, David asked, “Mr. Cooper, Ms. Hansen isn’t aware that we’re taking Dylan and Ruby with us. Should we inform her so she won’t worry p>
Michael smiled slightly at him and replied, “Didn’t we already notify her when we arrived p>
“That smile, although gentle, instantly sent shivers down David’s spine, rendering him speechless for a moment. He hadn’t informed Ms. Hansen before coming. Yet, Mr. Cooper claimed that he had already notified her… David dared not speak further, fearing that the fire would ultimately reach him. After all, he was just an assistant, and many things were unrelated to him. He would do as his superior instructed.
Coming back to his senses, David’s gaze shifted to Michael. The terrifying aura surrounding Michael had returned. He could only hope that Ms. Hansen would soon reconsider and return to Michael’s side. Otherwise, he didn’t know what would happen if things continued like this.
Lost in thought, David suddenly noticed Michael’s gaze directed downstairs. Following his line of sight, he saw Eva carrying Ruby, followed by Adrian holding Dylan. The two figures looked perfect under the lamplight. But with Ms. Hansen’s figure and temperament, who wouldn’t match her among outstanding men? Even if she walked with Mr. Cooper, the level of compatibility would be extremely high.
David discreetly glanced at Michael and found him wearing the same expression as before, seemingly indifferent. The more Michael acted like this, the more afraid David became. Wasn’t this the calm before the storm?
“Mr. Cooper, is there anything I can do?” Michael smiled slightly but didn’t respond. Shortly after they went downstairs, Eva halted her steps and turned to Adrian.
“Mr. NightA, thank you for your help today. You can put Dylan down now, and I’ll take a taxi back myself.” Adrian’s steps faltered slightly upon hearing the name “Mr. NightA p>
After a moment, he raised his thin eyelids and looked at Eva, his lips forming a slight smile. “NightA is just my account name. My surname is Blackwood, and you can call me Adrian.” Eva didn’t have a chance to respond before Adrian spoke again. “My car is parked here; let me give you a ride back p>
“No need, it’s too much trouble for you p>
“Ms. Hansen, didn’t I say I fell in love with you at first sight? This is a small matter; it’s not troublesome at all p>