I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 334 Rhea continued , " In fact , I feel happy and ... secure . " The feeling was strange . Even she didn't fully understand why . George hadn't interacted with her much , yet whenever she thought of him or mentioned him , she felt a deep sense of security . It was a feeling she had never felt with Carter . George's heart raced wildly . As long as Rhea didn't dislike him , he had confidence that they could slowly build on their feelings . " I'll be busy tomorrow . I'll take you somewhere the day after . " Rhea didn't ask him where . She rested her chin in her hands and said , " Okay .

I'll be waiting . " She spoke in a cute tone . George's gaze turned intense , with a hint of emotion flickering in it . " No more drinking . Go to bed early . " " Alright . " " Good night , girlfriend . " " Good night , boyfriend . " When the call ended , Rhea didn't even notice the smile lingering on her face . She found this way of interacting refreshing , and she liked it . That day , the Pearson residence was unusually quiet . Kate stayed in her room all day , not sleeping until late at night . She kept replaying the interview online , which was under two minutes long .

The image of George protecting Rhea kept replaying in her mind , over and over . The next day , Rhea had just woken up when she received a call from Kate , saying that she wanted to visit . Rhea agreed and asked Philip to prepare Kate's favorite dishes so that the latter could stay for lunch . At 10:30 am , Kate arrived with plenty of gifts . 1/3 Chapter 334 +25 BONUS Seeing Rhea descend the stairs in a white dress layered with a knitted cardigan , Kate couldn't help but feel envious . She thought that Rhea was truly fortunate . " What's all this for ? " Rhea asked as she walked over .

" Your gifts . To celebrate you finally escaping that hell , " Kate said . " Come , sit . " The women settled on the couch while Philip brought them coffee . Rhea noticed something off in Kate's eyes that day . She asked , " What's wrong ? " " Rhea , are you really dating George now ? Have you thought it through ? It's a bit sudden , isn't it ? " Rhea crossed her arms . " Is it ? Well , my parents trust him . " Kate looked puzzled . " So you chose George because of your parents ? " " My impression of him isn't bad either . I've known him since childhood.

I was surprised at first when I realized his feelings for me , but I have to move forward . I can't let one Carter make me lose trust in all men . " Rhea gestured for the maid to bring the fruit George had air - shipped that morning . " Try this . " Kate picked up a piece . " Draventh doesn't have this in this season , right ? " Philip smiled . " Mr. Snider had it air - shipped for Ms. Ravelle . " Kate pressed her lips together . " Philip , go back to your work , " Rhea said . " Yes , Ms. Ravelle . " " Kate , is something on your mind ? " Rhea held her hand . Kate put down the fork .

" I'm just worried about you , " Worried ? About me ? " " The whole thing with you and Carter has caused quite a stir . It hasn't affected you directly , but there are always people who can't stand to see you happy . Don't pay too much attention to what they're saying . " " I know . " Rhea smiled . " Am I that fragile in your eyes ? " 2/3 Chapter 334 +25 BONUS Kate rested her chin in her hand as she looked at Rhea . " Rhea , have you really let go of Carter ? Have you even let go of his two kids ? " Rhea thought of those two adorable children . " They're not my kids , after all .

No matter how much I care for them , I can't have them with me . I can only say that I've done my part . "