Chapter 1279: Slacking Off

Chapter 1279: Slacking Off

Sienna was full of confidence, and as for Camille, she certainly didn't

think for a moment that she couldn't outsmart Preston. After all, Preston

was in the light while she was in the dark. So whatever Preston wanted

to do, she could see it clearly. She just never expected that one day

she would become so proficient in plotting against a friend who had

helped her multiple times. But she didn't regret it. No matter how many

times she had to make the decision again, her choice would always

remain the same.

Around 5 o'clock in the afternoon, Camille finished work early and left.

She was going back to the Simpson's mansion today, so she wanted to

leave work early. She informed Sienna and then headed downstairs.

Instead of going to the garage, she went straight to the entrance of the

building. The driver was already waiting by the roadside. After the

incident in the garage and the anger she felt when she encountered

Preston while taking a taxi, she now insisted on confirming the license

plate before getting into the car. After getting in the car, she told the

driver to take her back to the Simpson's mansion, and the car started

moving.

Camille sat in the back seat and said to the driver, "I'll be staying at the

Simpson's mansion tonight, and tomorrow morning I'll take the

Simpson's mansion car back to the office, so you can come and pick

me up tomorrow afternoon.”

The driver nodded to indicate that he understood and Camille added,

"Go to Simpson Group first, and leave around 9 o'clock.”

Although the driver didn't know the purpose of Camille's actions, he still

nodded in agreement.

After about an hour's drive, they arrived at the Simpson's mansion.

Talia was delighted to know that Camille was coming back to stay. She

had already instructed the kitchen to prepare Camille's favorite dishes

and had gone to the garden early with Timmy, waiting at the front gate.

When she heard the sound of a car, Talia immediately walked to the

gate with Timmy.

When Camille got out of the car, Timmy was overjoyed and clung to her

legs, unwilling to let go. Camille bent down and hugged Timmy, then

smiled and asked, "Are you happy?"

Timmy nodded, and his hands held onto Camille's head tightly. This

kind of affectionate gesture made Camille completely defenseless.

Talia, who was standing by, couldn't help shaking her head and said,

"He's really your own child. Look at how clingy he is to you!"

Camille smiled at Talia and then whispered to Timmy, "What should we

do? Even Grandma is jealous. Timmy, quickly go and hug Grandma!"

Timmy also laughed and quickly reached out his hand towards Talia.

Talia immediately backed away and said, "I don't want it. I finally

relaxed, and I'm not jealous at all. I'm very happy.”

Saying that, Talia quickly ran into the house. Camille saw this and

hurriedly followed, still holding Timmy. She couldn't help but say, “Is

Grandma lying? Grandma is saying one thing but feeling another, right?

Clearly, she's jealous, isn't she?"

Timmy laughed loudly, and the atmosphere became very lively. Even

the nanny in the house said, "Timmy's mommy is back, and the house

feels lively. Usually, it's just the few of us at home. Although we have

Timmy, the little joy-maker, it still feels a bit empty.”

Camille also laughed and said, "Nanny, do you think I'm too noisy?"

Of course, Camille was just joking and understood that Nanny's

comment meant that she enjoyed the liveliness. Talia was visibly happy

as well. The two of them played with Timmy for a while until it was time

to eat.

The nanny fed Timmy first, and Camille wasn't hungry yet, so she sat

with Talia on the carpet in the hall and chatted. Camille whispered,

"Mom, have you and Timmy been at home together recently? Has Dad

not come back?"

"It's not like that. He comes back every night. Things have stabilized

with Grandpa, and his recovery is going well, so I don't need to

accompany him in the evenings. If there's anything, the head butler will

inform us immediately. After all, he's still in the hospital, so everything is

very convenient.”

Camille nodded lightly and said, "Hmm, that way Dad can spend more

time with you."

Talia smiled sweetly and said, "Companionship is essential. It's the

same for you and Ayan. Only with more and more companionship

between spouses can the relationship go further. If you become

unfamiliar and distant from each other, the relationship won't last.”

Camille obediently nodded and said, "Yes, you're right. I should bring

Sienna over to learn from you. That's the experience we gain in life!"

Speaking of Sienna, Talia couldn't help but say, "Is she trying to

conceive recently?”

"How did you know?" Camille looked surprised.

Talia said, "I heard it from Mrs. Ward. We had morning tea together,

and she was very happy. She's already prepared to become a

grandmother. Probably because of Sienna's relationship with you, it's

not easy for her to urge, and Rex is very protective. She didn't want to

strain her relationship with her son for the sake of having a grandchild.

So she never brought it up. Now that Sienna is actively trying to

conceive, she's quite happy about it."

Camille nodded lightly and said, "Mom, thank you. I know it's all

because of you that Mrs. Ward treats Sienna this way. Sienna is my

best friend, and I also appreciate you for frequently praising Sienna in

front of Mrs. Ward."

"Don't say that. If Sienna hears it, it won't be good. She might think that

Mrs. Ward doesn't like her. Actually, Mrs. Ward is a good person too.

It's just that her upbringing made her have a somewhat arrogant

personality. But deep down, she is very kind. She only has Rex as her

son, so naturally, she has high expectations for her daughter-in-law. But

as long as Rex likes Sienna, she will be happy as long as they are both

happy," Talia explained. Talia and Mrs. Ward have been good friends

for many years, even before they got married, so they naturally

understand each other very well.

Camille nodded along and said, "Yes, you're right. But I'm only telling

you this. Of course, I will tell Sienna that she has a great mother-in-law,

and you also tell Mrs. Ward that Sienna is a wonderful daughter-in-law."

"Exactly! So, in the end, we are the most kind-hearted mother-in-law

and daughter-in-law team. Look at us, sacrificing ourselves for others!"

Talia said with a laugh.

"Yes, you're right. It's all thanks to your leadership!" Camille replied,

joining in the mutual praise.

The mother-in-law duo started a cycle of praising each other, and

Fletcher heard them as soon as he entered the house. So, when they

complimented each other, he timely joined in, saying, "You two are both

amazing. No need to be modest."

Upon hearing Fletcher's words, the two women smiled at each other.

With Fletcher's return, they could officially start the meal. Although

Timmy had eaten his fill, he still sat in the high chair, keeping them

company and gnawing on a big chicken leg to exercise his teeth.

Camille, Fletcher, and Talia sat down to have their meal. Camille asked

Fletcher with concern, "Dad, is Grandpa in a good mood today?"

Fletcher replied, "Yes, he's doing well. I played chess with him for the

afternoon, and when I was leaving, he even roped in Dr. Ellis. Now Dr.

Ellis says he's slacking off during work hours.”

Camille couldn't help but imagine the expression on Dr. Ellis's face,

finding it quite amusing.

Talia chimed in, "Your grandpa just loves playing chess. When he's at

home, we used to limit his playing time. But now that he's in the

hospital, he's using his health as an excuse to pester Dr. Ellis non-

stop!"

Fletcher nodded in agreement.

Although they had been married for many years, their relationship was

still very good.

Camille quickly finished her meal, then carried Timmy upstairs, leaving

Fletcher and Talia alone to enjoy their time together.