Departure with a Belly (Alaric and Victoria)

Chapter 565

Chapter 565 She’s So Polite

“Why would they be annoyed?” Alaric raised his eyebrows. “They’re busy with their two little grandkids and don’t have the time for anything else. They will do anything you ask of them.”

Victoria didn’t know what to say. While she didn’t really want to believe him, it was still the truth. Adrian and Mary loved Nicole and Nathan so much that they refused to let the children go for even a second. Their days were spent coddling their grandkids or missing them, and eventually, they had taken over Victoria’s job of sending the children anywhere.

Victoria had been hesitant at first since she really loved her children, but Adrian and Mary had too much free time after completely handing the company over to Alaric. They had taken charge on occasion, but after seeing Nicole and Nathan, they completely let go of their responsibilities and gave Alaric full control over the company. Instead, the couple spent their days looking after their grandchildren and showing them off on social media.

When she remained silent, Alaric decided to continue convincing her. “For example, if you want to take Nicole‘ and Nathan overseas for the New Year without allowing my parents to see them, my parents will surely buy plane tickets and follow them there.”

Victoria pondered momentarily before deciding that it was indeed what Adrian and Mary would do. In the end, she nodded. “Are you going to talk to them?”

“Who else? Are you brave enough?”

She tugged at the hem of her shirt as she mumbled, “It’s fine with me, really.”

“Never mind.” Alaric didn’t continue his teasing, and he reached out to stroke her head. “It’s better if you don’t go. Let me talk to them.”

Victoria pursed her lips and was finally willing enough to turn her head to look at him, meeting his gleeful gaze. He was completely different after he had been satisfied. Unlike how stern he usually was, he now looked like a satiated wolf that had hidden its claws.

“But…”

The hand he had on the back of her head went to her nape before he moved forward to kiss her forehead gently. “Just remember to reward me when it has been resolved.”

Alaric then went out, leaving a blushing Victoria standing where she was. It was a while before she realized something and quickly rushed to the bathroom to wash her hands.

True enough, Adrian and Mary agreed to the suggestion without a word of protest, just as Alaric had said. Alaric had merely mentioned it offhandedly, yet they had nodded and concurred without even asking why. After making their decision, they started playing with their grandchildren again.

Their thought process was simple–their family owed Victoria because of the fiasco with Claudia. Victoria had been the one who had risked her life to save Alaric, yet someone else had taken the credit. Their family hadn’t investigated closely either and kept thanking the wrong person, thus feeding a gluttonous beast.

Of course, it wasn’t just feeding the beast. Victoria, the real savior, had to single–handedly care for her two children after the divorce, so her struggles weren’t difficult to imagine. Her father would never mistreat her financially, and the children could be cared for well but the emotional trauma as well as the affection and

company missing during those years, could never be compensated with money.

That was why both Adrian and Mary felt indebted to their daughter–in–law. They were already happy enough that she was willing to return, plus she had brought along their grandchildren. What was

Victoria to them but someone even more precious than their own daughter? That meant that whatever she said would be done.

On the other hand, Victoria was slightly embarrassed after knowing that the elderly duo had agreed readily. “I’m sorry, Mom. We’ve already put up decorations and prepared presents, but I-”

Mary moved forward to hug her. “You don’t have to apologize, silly girl. We’re the ones that should apologize to

you.

Mary’s voice was soft and warm.

However, she remembered that Victoria had lost her memory and couldn’t recall what had happened before, so Mary quickly rephrased herself, “Just tell us whatever you want to do, and we will agree to it. Don’t think too much about it. As far as I’m concerned, you are my real daughter.”

Since the Cadogan Family was going overseas for the New Year, they bought airplane tickets the night they made their decision. There wasn’t much time left before the New Year, so they rushed to the airport after they had finished their preparations.

After arriving at the airport, Victoria called Summer to inform her about not being able to meet up during the New Year. Summer was shocked after hearing that they were all celebrating it abroad.

“Your entire family is going?”

“Yeah.”

“Wow! Alaric’s parents treat you quite well. They really are something, huh?” Summer had been slightly angry at the Cadogans, but after the recent events, she couldn’t really complain.

“Yeah.”

“Spending the New Year abroad isn’t a big deal. Just go anywhere you think it’s okay. It’s just a pity that I’ve just come back and won’t be able to see you then.”

Victoria chuckled at the disappointment in her friend’s voice. “Didn’t you resign? We can meet up again when I come back. We can spend time together then.”

Summer, who had been regretful that they couldn’t meet during the holidays, became eager again after hearing that. “You’re right. Even if we can’t spend the new year together, we can always meet up after that.”

Summer laughed as she added, “Remember to bring me presents. I want the most expensive one you can find!”

“Sure thing! I will get you something.”

Victoria was still smiling warmly after hanging up. “Is it that Summer girl who came to see us?” Mary asked, to which Victoria nodded.

“Yeah. I told her about our trip.”

Mary began praising Summer. “She’s so polite but is far too courteous and left very early. I was originally planning on inviting her for lunch.”

Summer wasn’t a stranger to the Cadogans since she had been best friends with Victoria since their schooldays, plus Victoria had always frequented the Cadogan Residence either alone or with Summer back then. The Cadogans saw Summer often and knew she was Victoria’s best friend, so they became affectionatel with her by association. They had a good impression of Summer and treated her well.

However, Summer was extremely courteous toward them, probably because of her family, so she didn’t dare link herself closely to

them.

“Yes. She’s always been that way.”

“Hey, Victoria. Is Summer married?”

Victoria shook her head, remembering Summer’s busy job, which had made her quit eventually. “Nope. I think.

she hasn’t even dated someone all this time.”

Mary was taken aback. “She hasn’t dated anyone all these years?”

“Mhm. She’s quite occupied with work.” Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.

“That girl really is something.”