I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

George's body immediately tensed . His hands braced against the bed as he looked down at Rhea clinging to his waist , refusing to let go . Rhea's eyes were shut , and her cheek was pressed against his chest . George had no choice but to lift her again . He then turned around so he could sit on the bed . Rhea settled fully on his lap . Half - dazed , she nuzzled him softly . George frowned . " You- " " Mom ... " George froze . " I'm sorry ... " Rhea's tears soaked a small patch of his shirt , warm against his skin . George suddenly laughed . " What are you sorry for ?

" " For letting you and Dad down ... For embarrassing you ... " Her tears came faster with every word . George held her with one arm and reached for a tissue on the nightstand with the other . He wiped her tears with the same careful patience one might use on a child . " Don't cry . I forgive you . " Rhea exhaled slowly . With her eyes closed , she looked like she was half - asleep . "Really ? " " Yes . " Her voice turned soft and plaintive . " Then , hold me . Hold me while I sleep ... ' 11 An hour later , George lay on his side , his clothes all rumpled .

Meanwhile , Rhea nestled quietly in his arms , sleeping peacefully . He couldn't pull his hand away , and her arms were still wrapped tightly around his waist . On the phone , Nathan's voice was sharp with accusation . " What are you doing ? Why didn't you pick up your phone ?" George turned the volume down and replied simply , " I was sleeping . " Out of nowhere , Nathan asked , " With whom ? " 1/3 Chapter 171 +25 BONUS George's gaze dropped to Rhea's shadowed face beside him . He averted his eyes and softly asked , " What do you want ?

" Nathan had only asked that question because he had had a bit too much to drink , and he regretted it immediately afterward . Nevertheless , he thought that George's tone was off . He sensed that someone else was there with George . Nathan was certain of it . He then cleared his throat and asked , " Are you dating someone ? Which family is she from ? " " Seriously , what do you want ? " George repeated . His voice was soft , so Nathan assumed the woman was asleep . Normally , George's tone would have been far harsher . " Nothing . I just missed you , " Nathan said .

George was speechless for a second . " I don't need you missing me . ' 11 " What , can't I miss you ? I was so angry today . Can you come out and drink with me ? " " No. " Nathan froze , his drunkenness suddenly gone . What kind of woman could make George refuse to keep him company ? " Why ? " he asked deliberately . " Is that woman really that important ? You're abandoning me for her ? George didn't hesitate . " Right now , she is ." " Our friendship's over . " Nathan hung up decisively . ... The next day , Rhea woke with a strange emptiness , as if she were walking on clouds .

Her head ached . She opened her eyes and stared at the unfamiliar ceiling . Just then , there was a knock on the door . Rhea turned , blinking . " Are you up ? " George stood at the door . " Do you want breakfast in the bedroom or downstairs ? " It took her a moment to realize that she was at George's place . 2/3 Chapter 171 +25 BONUS She got up slowly . " I'll go downstairs . " After a quick wash - up , Rhea dawdled her way to the dining room and finally took a seat . George asked , " Still not sober ? " Rhea covered her face . " Yeah . Some things are fuzzy .

But I remember dreaming about my mom . " " What did you dream about Mrs. Ravelle ? " George asked . " My mom seems to have put on some weight , " Rhea said , picking up her spoon to eat her oatmeal . ' Her waist has gotten much thicker . " 3/3