I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 382 Carter didn't overthink it . Early the next morning , he sent the two kids to Kate's place . As Kate looked at them , her smile was softer and warmer than usual . " Don't worry . I'll make sure they get to Rhea safely . " Carter glanced at his kids and asked , " Remember what I said ? " Arielle nodded , smiling . " Yes , Dad . We'll listen to Mom and take care of Gratidpa and Grandma . " Carter couldn't help but hug her . " Good girl . I'll have someone pick you up in a few days . " Kate quietly watched the father and children say their goodbyes .

After Carter left , Kate said , " Breakfast is ready . Would you like some ? " " We've eaten . Thank you , Ms. Pearson , " Arielle politely declined . Kate picked up two candies . " Then have some candies . I'll get ready , and then we'll head out . " This time , Arielle and Adrian didn't refuse . After Kate changed and came downstairs , she asked , " Is the candy good ? " " It is , " ‚ " Arielle replied , her eyes sparkling . " Take some with you , then . " Kate casually put a small handful of candies into their bags . " Let's go .

" Half an hour later , Liora met Kate and the kids at the agreed location . Kate entrusted Liora with sending them to the Ravelle residence . Liora walked over . " Sweeties , get in the car first . I'll talk to Ms. Pearson for a moment . " " Okay ! " The two kids were well - behaved and looked adorable . However , it was just a shame that they were Carter's children . Liora's gaze at Kate turned cold . " What's this about ? " Kate looked at her innocently . " What do you mean ? " " Rhea and Carter are divorced . Why are you sending the kids to her ? And she's with George now .

Don't you understand ? Why keep Rhea entangled with the past ? " Kate simply said , " The children are innocent . " Liora increasingly felt that she couldn't reason with Kate . She didn't understand Kate's stubborn behavior . The latter wasn't like this before . Kate frowned slightly . " Liora , adult matters are one thing . Rhea raised them herself , and in their eyes , she is their mother . Just because she's divorced doesn't mean that they can't miss her . If George can't even accept the kids , does he really love Rhea ? " Liora stared at her . " Kate , what are you really trying to do ?

" " I'm not trying to do anything , " Kate replied . " Then why did you get involved with Carter , that bastard , and help him take care of the kids ? Do you want to be a stepmom too ? 1/2 Chapter 382 +25 BONUS Liora was furious . Kate's heart skipped a beat , but a faint smile appeared on her lips , " Why is everyone siding with Rhea ? Have I ever wronged any of you ? " Liora didn't hold back at all . " You were Rhea's closest friend . If you could scheme against her behind her back , how are the rest of us supposed to trust you ? " Kate sighed .

" I just wanted to do a good deed , hoping that the heavens would let my mom get better . I couldn't bear to see the kids missing Rhea and not being able to see her . That's all . " Liora stared at her for a long moment . " Fine . I'll send them there . But if Rhea can't take care of them , you'll take them back . " Kate nodded gently . " Sure . " On the way to the Ravelle residence , Kate chatted with the children in the car . Her demeanor was as gentle as ever . It was as if the old Kate had returned . " These candies are made from fruit , so they won't cause cavities .

Eat them whenever you're craving candies . " Kate unwrapped a piece and fed each child one . Arielle smiled . " Thank you . " When they reached the Ravelle residence , Kate stayed in the car . Liora led the children out and waited for Rhea . Just then , the car engine behind them started , and the vehicle drove away . Furious , Liora snapped , " Kate ! " She couldn't believe that Kate had actually left . " Mom ! " Rhea rushed out as soon as she heard that the children had arrived . She scooped up Adrian and held Arielle's hand . It was a gesture that seemed etched into her very bones .

" Why did you bring them here ? " she asked . Liora gritted her teeth . " Long story . Kate asked me to . " Kate ? Rhea looked down at the children . Winter hadn't ended yet , and the air outside was still bitingly cold .