I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Damian didn't really understand all this . He had been educated abroad , so he didn't really understand the sacrifices couples made for each other . His experience abroad found that personal freedom and individualism were emphasized . People lived for their own desires and goals , and everything else came second . They would focus on satisfying themselves first before considering the needs of others . " What do you feel like eating ? " asked George . Rhea counted on her fingers while listing a few dishes . " There's one dish that I don't know how to make , " George admitted .

But Cynthia did . However , he wasn't planning to ask her for her help . There was still tension between Cynthia and Rhea , and he preferred to avoid any situation where they might meet . " Oh , by the way , my dad said yesterday that you should come to our house for dinner if you're free , " Rhea casually said . " Sure . I'll visit Mr. and Mrs. Ravelle on Sunday . " Rhea raised her eyebrow and shot him a look . " Mr. and Mrs. Ravelle ? " George laughed . " My future in - laws . " " You haven't had dinner with Nathan in a while , right ? " " Yeah , I've been busy .

Nathan's been complaining about it non - stop at me on WhatsApp . " George sighed . In the past , he would've shot back at Nathan until the latter sulked for days . But now , since Nathan was going to be his future brother - in - law , he had to show him some respect . As a result , he had no choice but to endure the complaints in silence . " Lie down and take a nap , " said George . " Okay , " Rhea obediently snuggled into his arms . George covered her with a blanket , and they both drifted off to sleep . Kate watched their interactions closely and felt a sense of envy .

This wasn't about George ; it was about the quiet connection Rhea and George shared , and the way it felt as though they had only eyes for each other . Kate lowered her head as her mind wandered to Sawyer . Would they ever have that kind of connection ? A smile tugged at her lips . She hadn't even realized that she was secretly looking forward to that kind of future . 1/3 Chapter 523 +25 BONUS Lauren noticed Kate smiling and thought that the latter was probably losing her mind over the situation . After all , why would she be laughing to herself ?

Lauren wondered if Kate would suddenly lose it and take her down with her . She couldn't help shifting away , trying to put some distance between herself and Kate . Kate noticed it but didn't care . At that moment , she wished for Lauren to stay as far away from her as possible . The plane landed smoothly at Draventh International Airport . Once they disembarked , George and Damian shook hands politely to bid each other goodbye . " I'm leaving now , Mr. Frost , " said Rhea . " Okay , get some rest . You've done well , " Damian responded . Everyone started going their separate ways .

Kate lagged behind . As she was walking out with her luggage , a calm voice called out near the exit . " Kate . " Lauren couldn't help but turn to look too . Sawyer , tall and exceptionally handsome , was walking toward them , smiling . Sawyer spotted George and Rhea . " Mr. Snider . Ms. Ravelle . " George nodded and shook Sawyer's hand without asking why he was here . He wasn't particularly curious . He said , " We'll head out now . " " Take care . " Then , Sawyer turned to Kate . Kate couldn't even be bothered to see George leave now .

Her heart pounded in her chest , but she forced herself to stay calm as she walked toward Sawyer . " Did you ... really come to pick me up ? " Kate had thought that Sawyer had only been making a polite offer . Sawyer smiled warmly . " Do you think I'm someone who goes back on my word ? " 2/3 Sara Lili Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland's breathtaking cold.