I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 543 +25 BONUS " Alright . Go handle your work . Don't worry about Sylvia . She's now in my care ! " Jackson said , his protective instinct toward the poor lady growing stronger . He had no children of his own . Sawyer and Sylvia had kept him company all these years . Fame and fortune no longer mattered to him . So , he figured that giving a little extra care to these two wasn't a problem . It had been two days since Kate last saw Sawyer , and she had been messaging him frequently . She seemed to have gotten used to having him around . At noon , Sawyer invited her out for lunch .

Kate rushed from the office , looking like she had put effort into her appearance . She liked to dress to please those she cared about . At the restaurant , Sawyer politely pulled out her chair . " There's no need to rush . Why run ? " " I didn't want to keep you waiting . " Kate smiled , her eyes shining . " I'm sorry I didn't make it back yesterday , " Sawyer apologized . " It's fine , " Kate replied . " Last - minute work changes happen all the time . " She opened her bag and said , " I made a guest list . Take a look . " Sawyer smiled .

" You don't have to worry about me thinking that there are too many people . The more people there are to send us their blessings , the happier I'll be . Invite whoever you want . " Kate's fingers nervously twisted on her lap . It was the shy , fluttering nervousness of someone around the person they liked . " Should I invite some of my old friends too ? " she asked . " Even if we don't talk much now , it's good to send an invitation , just in case . " Sawyer indulged her . " Do as you wish . " Kate's smile brightened instantly . " Thank you !

" Halfway through lunch , she remembered something . " Oh , there's something I wanted to ask you . ' Sawyer paused , cutlery in hand . " What is it ? " His demeanor was always gentle , as if he never experienced strong emotional swings . It was precisely this steady temperament that drew Kate even closer to him . " It's about your sister . I've been thinking , and I still feel that it's not quite right . If she can't make it to the engagement party , how about we have a private dinner instead ? " Kate asked . Sawyer's tone suddenly shifted . " Who do you mean by ' we ' ?

" 1/3 Chapter 543 +25 BONUS Kate froze for a moment . " Just ... us two and your sister . There's no need to invite my dad . He's been busy with the engagement , and your sister might feel uncomfortable with an elder around . What do you think ? " Sawyer held his knife and fork in silence . His current behavior was rare , and Kate began to feel nervous . She replayed her words in her mind and didn't think that she had said anything wrong . So , why was he acting this way ? Kate could clearly sense a change in Sawyer's emotions . After a long pause , Sawyer finally looked up .

" It's not that I don't want to . I'm just worried that if she has an episode , it might scare you . " " I won't be ! " Kate quickly reassured him . " After hearing about your sister's condition , I've read up on it a bit . I won't be scared . She's your sister , and she'll soon be my sister - in - law . How could I be afraid of my own family ? " Kate wasn't speaking for Sawyer's sake . She truly meant it . Beneath her selfish , darker traits , she placed great value on family , thanks to the late Evie's guidance .

Deep down , Kate was kind and gentle , with all the instincts of a devoted wife and mother . But compared to her darker side , these traits seemed almost negligible . " Then next Wednesday it is . " Sawyer decided . " I'll come pick you up . " Kate's face lit up with a radiant smile . Chapter 544 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.