Chapter 543 Chapter 543 Where's Carol Linsey chuckled at Collin's affectionate words but quickly put on a serious face. "You're lying, Last twe visited your grandmother, she toldherself that you've always been possessive since you were little, always hogging her attention." Collin was caught off guard, surprised that Linsey remembered such trivial details. After a brief pause, he smirked. "Grandma enjoys her solitude now. If I go bothering, her, she'll probably kickout. So, I have no choice but to spend all my twith my dear wife instead, hoping she won't get tired of me." Linsey raised an eyebrow, amused. "Collin, you're getting better at sweet-talking, Who's been coaching you?" She playfully pinched his lips.
When they first met, he had been aloof and distant, hard to approach.
But as tpassed, she had gradually uncovered Collin's softer, more playful side.
Laughing and chatting, they strolled into the restaurant, their easygoing chemistry so infectious that even the passersby couldn't help but smile.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMeanwhile, at Grester Airport, Jeffery hurried out of the car, his gaze sweeping across the terminal until he spotted two familiar figures.
Cruz and Myla looked slightly weary, followed by their assistants carrying their luggage.
Taking a deep breath, Jeffery approached. "Dad, Mom." Myla studied him for a few seconds, her elegant and composed expression tinged with concern. "Jeffery, you've lost a lot of weight." At her words, the exhaustion Jeffery had been suppressing almost overwhelmed him. "Mom..." Before he could say more, Cruz interjected in his usual firm tone. "Alright, let's head hfirst. Your mother is tired and needs to rest." Jeffery nodded. "The car is outside. Let's go." As they settled into the vehicle, the ride back was quiet.
Cruz, aware of Myla's presence, merely shot Jeffery a sharp warning glance-one that said everything without words.
Jeffery didn't need to be told what was coming next.
Unlike his mother's gentle nature, his father had always been strict, and once they were home, he knew he wouldn't be spared.
0.0% < 12:57 a< Chapter 543 Where's Carol When they arrived at the Lawson family's villa, Cruz carefully helped his wide out of the car "We' ksaid.
The household staff had already gathered at the entrance. "Welchome, Mr. and Mrs. Lawson they weat in unison.
As Myla stepped inside, she glanced around and noticed someone missing "Jeffery, where's Card She hesitated, then smiled. "Ah, it's late-she must be asleep already,"
Jeffery, standing behind her, stiffened slightly, pressing his lips together. He didn't dare tell her the truth Caro hadn't been hfor days.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmSince she ran out of the police station earlier that day Jeffery had sent people to find her, but she had yet to be located.
Between handling the company's affairs and picking up his parents from the airport, he hadn't had tEr to search for her. Since his mother had assumed Carol was resting, Jeffery let her believe it.
At least for now, it was better than causing a commotion in the middle of the night.
After freshening up, Myla retired early, exhausted from the long journey. Immediately her door closed, Myla turned to Jeffery with a cold, unreadable expression As soon as they entered the study, Cruz shut the door behind them and moved to his desk. His stern gaze bore into Jeffery. "Kneel," he commanded.
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