Chapter 461
Trevon had no qualms about being addressed respectfully.
He somehow fell that he was superior. After all, it was Frank who was in love with Ava, so addressing
him as such was only natural.
Just like when Edward hooked up with Rose, there was no way around it; Frank had to be dubbed with
Edward’s respect, even though Edward had a year’s seniority.
As Hackett unveiled the box, he quipped, “You didn’t go all out and get my son a pink diamond, did
you? That would be too girly.”
The moment the box was cracked open, Hackett froze, his eyes locked on the chunky, oversized
pasta–made golden ne inside. The golden beads were plump and shimmered brilliantly, looking
solid as a rock.
But wasn’t this the kind of bling that nouveau riche folks unted?
Was it even suitable for a newborn?
Hackett didn’t shut the box, and his gaze pierced Frank with skepticism. “Do you think my kid is some
kind of nouveau riche? This thing is as thick as a chain link.”
Those in the know understood Frank’s generosity, but others might think he was nning to murder
Hackett’s son. Trevon was itching to know what Frank had given that had left Hackett tongue–tied and
wearing a constipated expression. As he approached, Trevon yfully ced his fist to his lips and
quipped; “Chill out. Frank went all out on this one. When you’re wheeling and dealing in real estate,
aren’t you a bit of a nouveau riche too? Frank gifting your kid a gold chain is on point. Your kid is now
the crown prince, destined for the throne
Hackett thought, “I haven’t even inherited anything from my old man yet. What throne is my kid
inheriting?”
Seeing this, Sherri sprang off the bed and strode over.
Rose was astounded by Sherri’s graceful moves and couldn’t help but gawk at Natalie, who hadn’t
quite bounced back yet. “How did she go from being as slow as msses to lightning fast, like a
mother henying tomatoes, ready to take off once she’s done?”
Natalie felt these two were here to crack jokes, maybe even to kill her. All thatughter had naturally
tugged at her wounds.
“Wow, Mr. Roberts, you’re really pulling out all the stops. I love how shy this is. The pearls are huge
and bold. When you and Ava have kids down the line, I’ll get you an even bigger one.
Sherri started weaving an borate story, talking non–stop.
Natalie knew this was the oue, so she just shook her head and sighed. She nced at Trevon,
who was looking her way, and offered a smile.
They exchanged some invisible affection.
Frank was speechless.
Finally, he casually added, “I’m d you like it.”
Sherri definitely did. Who wouldn’t like a thick gold chain handed out for free?
Trevon tossed in casually, “Should I give you something?”
The couple quickly intervened, answering in unison, “No need.”
Their tone was unwavering.
Natalie thought, “Trevon’s calctor has probably been used a dozen times already. One’s for double
servings, and the other’s for single servings. Just thinking about it is a real bummer. It would be a lot of
debts for us.”
Trevon responded, “If you don’t ept it, don’t me me for being stingyter.”
Hackett chimed in, “Let’s skip the cliched brotherly gift exchange. We shared the same womb; there’s
no need for presents back and forth. But if we must, we can get them a toy or something for the
asion, right?”
Natalie nodded, “Sounds good.”
Frank stood on the sidelines and suddenly quipped, “Hand over the gift.
Hackettughed heartily. “There’s no rule that says you can rein a gift once it’s given. This is your
goodwill, and I take it.” Frank couldn’t be bothered to continue with Hackett.
Listening to their banter, Rose mused, “If my brother has twins in the future, Hackett will be in quite a
jam. The odds are still
there.”
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The two little kids had dozed off Their bodies had stopped twitching. The grown–ups didn’t want to
disturb Natalie Anyone. They began making their way to Sherri’s room.
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Trevon didn’t follow but sat on the edge of the bed, helping Natalie recline. “Should we get them a gift?”
Natalic replied. “Do you think they’d ept it? Let’s hold off for now. We can follow Frank’s lead and
gift them a gold chain on their son’s one–month anniversary.
“Sounds good. After all, Sherri’s into it.”
Sherri confidently led the way, akin to a charismatic leader, guiding everyone to her hospital room. If it
weren’t for her hospital gown, others wouldn’t even know she had given birth just yesterday. Her vitality
was striking, even in her sleepwear.
Even Frank, who trailed behind, couldn’t help but wonder, “Is natural childbirth really this
straightforward?”
Hackett, equally puzzled by Sherri’s seemingly effortless demeanor, chimed in. “I have no idea. I’ve
never experienced childbirth myself. I’ve only watched videos, and my wife didn’t make it seem this
easy. Perhaps it’s because my wife is an obstetrician–gynecologist, so she has a wealth of experience.
“How about I ask my wife? Are you inquiring on behalf of Ava?”
Rose recounted the events of the delivery room from yesterday, mentioning how Sherri had been
chatting andughing throughout. After hearing the story, both men were left dumbfounded, not
knowing how to interpret Sherri’s behavior.
If it weren’t for the baby lying peacefully in the crib, they might have suspected Sherri was feigning her
pregnancy.
Joy and Juana satfortably on the couch, the crib pulled up close. Ruby stood beside it,pletely
captivated by her
newborn baby brother.
Rose was the first to step into Sherri’s hospital room, breaking the silence.
Upon seeing Rose enter, Juana leaped up as if pricked by a needle as if she were about to rush over.
However, when she spoued Frank following Rose, she held back and regained herposure. This
was her son’s uncle, after all, and she needed to stay poised.
Despite theck of objections from the Roberts family regarding their rtionship, there remained
some uncertainty without official documents, and they couldn’t afford to act recklessly.
With a warm smile, Juana announced, “Oh, Frank and Dr. Roberts are here.”
Rose greeted her warmly, “Hello, Auntie. We’vee to see the little one.”
“Come, take a look. He’s the spitting image of Hackett. Sherri is the family hero,” Joy said with a warm
smile, stepping aside to make room for them.
Juana, concerned, asked, “How’s Natalie doing?”
Sherri replied candidly, “The anesthesia has worn off, and she’ll be in pain for a few more days. She
didn’t want Trevon to find out, so she’s trying not to show the pain.”
“Oh, she has always been so sensible and strong. Just don’t overexert yourself in other ways. Check
on Natalie when you get a chance, Juana advised.
“I know. Didn’t I juste back from there? If you didn’t know any better, you’d think I was the one you
picked up. And I’ve just given birth. But it seems that she is your real daughter, not me,” Sherri yfully
teased.
Juana felt a pang of sympathy but couldn’t resist exposing her, “Look at yourself, do you really look like
someone who just gave birth? I wouldn’t even bother scolding you if you at least pretended a bit.”
Joy walked over to Juana and encouraged her, “Sherri, hop into bed. You’ve already made a trip to the
next room, and you must be tired. Rest up.‘ She winked at her daughter–inw.
Sherri yed along, saying, “Oh my, Mom, I am a bit tired. I’ll take a little rest. When I’m feeling better,
you can scold me all
you want.”
With Frank present, Juana held back her enthusiasm while chatting with Rose, maintaining her
She kept ncing at Rose, and Frank noticed it a few times. Hackett’s son indeed bore a striking
resemnce to him. Frank silently hoped that he wouldn’t turn out as audacious as Hackett.
As Frank prepared to leave, Joy adopted a more serious tone, “Frank, it’s your turn next. Hackett
mentioned you’re engaged.”
Frank nodded, “Yes. Just give us a bit more time. My fiancée is still in college.”
Having seen Sherri’s child, Rose was ready to say her goodbyes. With both parents present; she felt a
bit ufortable, especially with Edward’s mother in the room. “Sherri, we’ll head out for now. We’ll
In the meantime, Juana had already sent a message to Edward, urging him to hurry to the hospital. His
father was overseeing thepany, and Edward was on his way here now.
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She didn’t want her on fo inake the nip is van, and besides, fries wanted to altare a meal with Rise and
ask her same questions. Dr. Roberts ray a bit longer Shern you mentioned having some questions
about newborns to ask Rose Let Hackett listen in to
Sherri quickly picked up on her man’s charade. It looked like her brother was on his way, even though
he and Rose were officially an item now truth, the whole Roberts n had already swung by
Juana was will banning her eyshes, and Sherri worried that if he declined, her inom’s eyes might
turn to the overdrive mode. “Ense, can you stay here for a bit! I’ve got a baby question, and Jil love for
Hackett to hear it too.”
Rose felt a ad uneasy arel nced at Frank. “Hey, Frank, would you mind waiting downstairs?
Frankd docked the theatrics between Sherri and Juana ages ago and had a pretty good inkling of
what was brewing Waiting downstairs might mean that she wouldn’te. “Why don’t you grab lunch
with Trevon and the gang? I’m off to the
office‘
With folks apanying Kose, there was no need for more words. Tm out. See you”
So, in the end, Frank strolled out solo and headed to the parking lot. Fate had it, he ran into Edward
getting out of his car. He had figured that Edward mighte.
Frank propped huirnself against the car roof, exuding a sense of nonchnce. “Right on time.”
Edward adjusted his sses. “Well, I drove at a regr speed”
“Keep up the good pace. Catch youter.” Frank bent down and hopped into his car.
Upstairs, Juana was ushering Rose to take a seat on the couch. Juana’s hospitality was dialed up to
eleven, and Sherri couldn’t help but fret that her mom’s enthusiasm might spook Rose.
She couldn’t even handle this level of maternal warmth herself, let alone Rose. “Mom, ease up a little.
Rose’s palms are practically sweating.”
Just as she uttered those words, Edward, suited up to the nines, strolled in like a beacon of light, a real
lifesaver. Rose heaved a sigh of relief deep inside, and her gaze toward Edward brimmed with
Edward had already sussed out half of the situation; he probably suspected his mom had cast some
doubt into Rose’s mind. Without making a fuss, he naturally settled in between Juana and Rose,
creating some distance. He chimed in, “It’s form time.”
Juana pped her thigh. “We almost forgot about that. How could we forget what the nurse said?”
Hackett emerged from the bathroom and caught sight of Edward. Looking puzzled, he asked, “Why are
you here?”
“Oh, fetching Rose.”
The moment the name dropped. Joy smacked Hackett on the noggin from behind. He massaged his
head in pain, then turned around.
“What’s the deal? Why’re you calling Dr. Roberts’s name so casually?”
Hackett thought that ever since both mothers joined forces, it had been a real head–scratcher.
Originally, Edward had thought of asking Hackett to drop the casual manner when he heard it, but Joy
beat him to the punch.
Seeing the two young lovebirds together, Joy ushered Hackett over to Sherri’s side. “Time to feed your
son. Sherri’s milk isn’t cutting it anymore.”
The ckwell family hadn’t hired a maternity nurse for two reasons. First, Sherri was an obstetrician–
gynecologist herself. Second, both moms had loads of free time, so there was no need to bring in a
nurse.
“Your mom’s really something. I could barely keep up, but she’s nice,” Rose whispered into Edward’s
ear, leaning in closer.
Edward grinned and settled Ruby onto hisp. Rose pinched Ruby’s cheek, and the three of them
shared augh. Juana and Joy, who’d been covertly watching from a distance, couldn’t help but smile
too.
Joy lowered her voice to a level only the two of them could hear. Next year, you’re definitely having
another one. Just wait and see how much fun it’ll be, maybe even loudughter under the covers at
night.”
Sherri discreetly pulled out her phone and snapped a pic of her brother with Rose and Ruby, the three
of them together. It was truly a beautiful sight, and if someday her brother’s kid was in that scene