Chapter 444 Even after showering and a face without makeup, Charmine was still so stunning that it could bewitch any manâs soul. There were women out there with mediocre beauty, one that would eventually bore the eyes after some time, Charmineâs beauty was different. Chamineâs beauty was enduring; she would always be as beautiful as she was from day one. Her eyes, especially...
They were like crystals soaked in ancient wells, clear and sparkling, and yet it also had a hint of wise dullness. It was a pair of eyes that told a story, one that people would like to read.
Her beauty was different from Annabelâs. Annabel made one want to protect her, while Charmine made one feel distant from her.
At that moment, Chris spotted him and grinned widely. âDaddy, youâre back! Come and say hello to the baby!â
Anthony frowned. Say hello to the babyâ?
Charmine was just as befuddled. âThe baby in Mommyâs tummy!â Chris articulated adorably. âI read a science book saying that we have to get in the habit of greeting the baby so that the baby is smart when she gets out. âLook, just like this!â With that, he looked at Charmineâs abdomen and waved. âHello, Sister. Iâm your brother! Iâm now playing checkers with Mommy. When youâre out, Iâll play with you every day! Look there-Daddy is back from work.â Charmine and Anthony spiraled further into perplexion.
They, at that moment, realized how terrible of a mistake it was to lie to a kid like Chris... Chris always had so much anticipation for everything, and he was always full of surprising ideas. What would he do when he found out the truth? Forget about future issues: would he accept it if they were to tell him his Mommy was without child?
It was a first for Charmie to experience such a complex situation.
Anthony hesitated for a moment. He paused for a while before hanging his suit on the coat hanger. He walked toward them.
âSheâs still very small now, and sheâll only start growing in a month. Momo needs to read more into science, or the other kids will make fun of you.â
âAh... One month?â Chris was confused.
Charmine affectionately rubbed his little head and added, âYour Daddy is rightâthe baby hasnât even started growing yet. We only start interacting with the baby after three months, and this is common knowledge.â After three months... Charmine wondered how her relationship with Anthony would be in three months. Perhaps she would have other ways to properly explain it to Chris then. Chris pouted in disappointment at their explanation. âOh, okay...â Anthony, at the sight of a pouting Chris, quickly changed the topic. âLook at this.â He handed a packet to Chris. Chris accepted the packet to see that it was his favorite Orleans roasted chicken wings, and his eyes lit up instantly. âWow! Thank you, Daddy! I love Daddy!â With the chicken wings in his hands, he was instantly happy. He ran to the dining table to start eating.
Charmine looked at his active little figure as a smile appeared on her lips. Kids were so innocent, quick to be happy when they had treats.
She then turned to look at Anthony. âHowâs the business? Tough?â Anthonyâs eyes dulled at the thought. His business was of no difficulty, but what he was trying to fix was indeed challenging. Although he helped Annabel out of pity, he had helped her many times throughout the time they spent together. If Annabel truly was the person he slept with and Momo was indeed her child, would Charmine still trust him?