I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 103 Carter asked , " Why ? What happened ? " " I- " Lauren wanted to explain , but Arielle cut in , saying , " She made me and Adrian eat really sweet food even though we're not supposed to . Then , before we were full , she said that we were leaving . Ms. Berry told her that we hadn't eaten enough , but she said that it wasn't like we'd starve . " Mimicking others was a kind of talent . At the very least , Arielle conveyed everything clearly and didn't falsely accuse Lauren of anything . Lauren's face went pale . " Carter , don't get it wrong .

I was just worried about them getting indigestion . They're not supposed to have too much sweet food , so I only let them have a little . " Carter pulled Arielle into a hug . " Arielle , you misunderstood what your mom meant . How could she ever say something like that ? " " That's right . I love you very much . I pick you up from school and even take you out to eat , " Lauren said . Arielle suddenly remembered what Scarlett said at the table and repeated the words back , " Isn't that your responsibility ? " " Arielle ! Watch your tone , " Carter scolded . Arielle pouted .

" But Dad , you said that too . And that fierce lady said the same thing about Mom at lunch . She said that Mom shouldn't think she can compete with our biological mother . She called it delusional . " Delusional ? Scarlett's expression shifted uncomfortably . "What are you talking about ? I never said that . Carter's eyes flicked over to her . Even Lauren started to panic . She had completely forgotten that these kids could repeat things word for word . Scarlett hadn't thought to watch what she said in front of them . " It's not what you think , Carter .

Scarlett meant- Alisha interrupted , " That is what they said . I was there . Ms. Arielle didn't lie . " Carter felt nothing but frustration . " Lauren , you can't teach the kids like this . If you don't have 1/2 Chapter 103 experience raising children , let Alisha handle it . Stay out of it . " +25 BONUS Lauren stiffened , then lowered her head . " You're right . I don't have much experience . That's why I keep making mistakes to upset them . But I'll learn . I'll do better . Please don't be angry . " She always knew just how to back down when she needed to .

Carter let out a silent sigh and turned to the kids . " Go play , alright ? " As the children walked off , Lauren stared at their backs . Then she turned to Carter and asked , " Carter , what happened today ? You left all of a sudden . " Just the mention of it made Carter's mood sour . His baby with Rhea was gone because of him , and they were now standing on the edge of divorce . " It's nothing , " he muttered . Lauren's gaze flickered . " By the way , Carter , a potential partner is coming from Eryham . They run the biggest aesthetic clinic over there . " I actually know them .

I was thinking that I could introduce you . If you can land this partnership , Jamison Group would definitely reach a whole new level . " " Eryham's aesthetic clinic ? " Lauren nodded . " Yeah . They're expanding and need a big supply of medical equipment . " " How do you know them ? " ( 1 Lauren clenched her hands and said , " A few of my friends were VIPs there . I've been there too , and over time , I got to know some people . I can at least get a conversation going . " Carter considered it . With Draventh currently out of reach , breaking into Eryham wasn't a bad idea .

" Can they be trusted ? " " Absolutely ! " Lauren said confidently , " That's the most well - known aesthetic clinic in Eryham . Countless celebrities travel from here and abroad go there . Partnering with them is a guaranteed win . We could even use the chance to boost our reputation . " Carter thought it over , then gave a slight nod . " Alright . I'll leave it to you to arrange the meeting . Sorry to trouble you . " Lauren smiled . " It's no trouble at all . I'd do anything for you . Just leave it to me ." 11