Chapter 368
The mention of Eva stirred excitement in Mrs. Blackwood. If he were to tell her that Eva had two children that were his children, would she become even more ecstatic? However, Adrian wouldn’t share this news with them for now. After all, she hasn’t accepted him yet.
She’s still afraid that he will compete with her for the children. Given his mother’s personality, if she knew about the children’s existence, she would surely be overjoyed.
If she found out about the children and he tried to stop her from seeing them, it’s highly likely that he wouldn’t succeed.
And Mrs. Blackwood’s enthusiasm would definitely startle Eva.
So, it’s best to keep this a secret.
But obviously, Adrian’s words just now aroused Mrs. Blackwood’s suspicion, “Why would I be so excited that I won’t be able to sleep? Something good must have happened, right? Have you and her gotten back together?” Before Adrian could explain, Mrs. Blackwood had already started speculating on her own.
“I know! It’s because you got back together with her, that’s why Vivian is anxiously trying to trap you using these dirty tricks, right p>
Adrian’s expression was a bit torn. He didn’t expect his mother to have such strong insight and figure things out so quickly.
Even though he and Eva haven’t reconciled yet, he had hopes that they would.
“Is that it?” Mrs. Blackwood asked when he didn’t respond, as she grabbed her son’s shoulder and shook him, her emotions still very intense.
Adrian sighed almost helplessly, “No p>
“No?” Mrs. Blackwood showed a skeptical expression, “If it’s not that, then why would Vivian suddenly make a move? She’s been by your side for five years and never made a move before. There must be a reason for her urgency.” “Just assume I wanted us to reconcile but got rejected.” Adrian replied.
Mrs. Blackwood silently looked at him for a while, then disdainfully said, “Given what you did before, you deserve to be rejected p>
Adrian admitted with a bitter smile, as his secret was exposed.
“Yeah, I deserve it p>
There was no point in denying it, he indeed deserved it.
“What’s the use of saying you deserve it? Sort out the things that need to be sorted out and show some sincerity. From what I see, Eva probably divorced you because of something you didn’t handle properly.” Adrian remained silent, pursing his lips.
If this had been said before he met Eva, he would have definitely denied it.
She didn’t divorce him because he didn’t handle his own issues well, but because their marriage was a sham and she had someone else in her heart.
But now… After meeting her, learning about Ruby and Dylan’s existence, and understanding the whole situation, if he still thought that way, then he would truly be a jerk.
“Yeah, I know, and I’m working on it, aren’t I p>
When this matter was brought up, Mrs. Blackwood’s previously excited expression immediately turned serious, “Make sure to resolve it properly tomorrow. Do you need any help p>
Seeing her firm stance, Adrian expressed his satisfaction, “No need, just as long as the person arrives p>
Mrs. Blackwood was a little confused.
“Just as long as the person arrives? If you don’t need our help, then why did you urgently call us back p>
Upon hearing this, Adrian’s thin lips curved into a handsome arc as he replied, “To show support p>
After the Blackwood’s left, Sandra still couldn’t get through to Adrian on the phone. He didn’t make an effort call her either nor inquired about her well-being, as if he was completely convinced that Vivian’s suicide was a hoax. Vivian looked frustratedly at Sandra.
“Mom, didn’t you say this plan would definitely work? But now Adrian won’t answer my calls at all, has he grown completely tired of me? Will he never want to see me again p>
Sandra bit her lower lip. “I never expected Adrian to be such a tough nut to crack p>
“It’s all your fault.” Vivian complained tearfully. “If you hadn’t advised me to drug him, things wouldn’t have turned out like this. I could have stayed by his side p>
Her tearful appearance annoyed Sandra, who even criticized her, squinting her eyes and condemning, “If it weren’t for your incompetence, would I bother coming up with that plan for you? Why don’t you blame yourself? You had him within your grasp, yet you let him slip away. You’re the one who’s useless, and you still expect to stay by his side p>
Facing Sandra’s insults, Vivian was reminded of sleeping with a man she didn’t like last night, intensifying her self-hatred.
Hating herself for being useless, she also despised her mother for the reckless suggestions, her long nails almost digging into her flesh.
Before the children fell asleep, Ruby asked Eva specifically, “Mama, is Uncle NightA still coming to sleep at our house tonight p>
Eva’s expression almost collapsed upon hearing the question. After a moment of composure, she calmly replied, “He’s sleeping at his own house, he’s not coming p>
Upon hearing this, a slightly disappointed expression appeared on the little one’s face.
“Okay p>
“Why, do you really want him to come p>
Hearing this, Ruby immediately sweetly nodded with a smile. “Yeah! Isn’t he going to be my and my brother’s daddy? Then he can help us scare away the bad guys p>
A child’s thoughts are always the most direct and innocent, and their ideas are outspoken.
“And, Uncle NightA is also very good to Mama. Mama also needs someone to take care of her p>
Upon hearing this, Eva couldn’t help but smile, reaching out to gently stroke Ruby’s head. “I don’t need someone to take care of me, I just need to take care of Ruby and Dylan. Now, go to sleep.” “Then, Mama, when will Uncle NightA come p>
As Eva thought about this, she recalled the words Adrian said in the morning before leaving, “Wait for me p>
Since he had said it, then he should have meant it, right?
Thinking of this, Eva whispered softly, “He should come after he finishes everything he needs to p>
Ruby blinked her eyes, seemingly understanding but not fully, “Okay then, Mommy, I’m going to sleep.” “Goodnight p>
“Goodnight, Mommy p>
Eva lowered her head and kissed the little girl’s forehead, then tucked her in and left the room.
Afterward, she went to check on Dylan, making sure he was tucked in too, before returning to her own bedroom.
The bedroom was quiet, and Eva didn’t have many thoughts about Adrian.
How he handles his issues is his own business, she couldn’t get involved so easily anymore.
Eva’s mood was calm, and she was about to lie down when suddenly, several scenes flashed before her eyes like a spark of lightning.
The first scene was the image of young Adrian splashing in the river.
And the second scene was her anxiously running towards the river and diving in.
The two scenes connected, freezing Eva’s movement as she stood still in her place.