I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 56 Carter felt a wave of guilt . He hadn't taken good care of Arielle . That was entirely his fault . " I'm okay now , Dad , " Arielle said sweetly as she tugged at his arm . " But Dad , don't be mean to Mom anymore , okay ? She doesn't have any friends . It's just us . " Carter smiled . " Don't worry . I promise that I'll take good care of her , love her right , and never let her leave you guys , " Around the corner of the stairs , Lauren was carrying two glasses of milk . She wanted to bring them to the kids .

But the moment she heard what Carter said , the hurt that had haunted her through the night came rushing back . She couldn't understand how he could care so much about Rhea . She gently touched her no - longer - flat stomach . This was what carrying his child had left her with . But now , both her children and lover were siding with another woman . 1 How could Carter just decide to spend the rest of his life with Rhea ? " Carter , Arielle , Adrian . " Lauren quickly adjusted her expression and looked at them from a distance . " I made breakfast . The milk's warm too . Come eat .

" Carter stood and took the kids downstairs with him . Lauren watched as the children completely ignored her . Her eyes turned red. " Lauren , what's wrong ? " Mia had just emerged from her room to eat when she saw Lauren quietly wiping at her tears . " It's nothing . " " Did someone upset you ? Tell me ! " Lauren took a shaky breath and glanced toward the dining room . " I nearly died giving birth to them . But they don't even want to be near me . They only like Rhea . I just can't take it . " The kids only like Rhea ? Mia pressed her lips together . " Don't cry , Lauren .

They're still young . They don't know any better . Besides , Rhea is their stepmother . Of course she's doing everything she can to win them over . " " It's okay . I understand . " " Come on . Let's eat . " In the dining room , Lauren forced a smile in front of Mia . " Carter , I made some pasta . Come eat before it gets cold . " But Carter didn't sit down . " Uncle Tyler , Aunt Leah , you go on ahead . It's Rhea's birthday today . So , I'm making her some birthday pancakes . " 1/2 Chapter 56 " Dad , Adrian and I can help ! " Arielle offered . Carter chuckled . " Alright .

You guys can help me crack the eggs . " Adrian beamed . " Okay ! " +25 BONUS Lauren bit her lip at the sight . The three of them were going to make birthday pancakes for Rhea together ? " Adrian , Arielle , don't get in the way . Come keep your mom company , " Mia said . Arielle turned around . " Aunt Mia , you guys can do that . It's Mom's birthday . We only get one a year . It's important . " Lauren felt a rush of bitterness and jealousy flood her chest . Chloe sighed dramatically before saying , " Young people these days don't even have a hint of respect .

All the elders are sitting here , and Ms. Ravelle hasn't even come down yet . Meanwhile , Lauren made breakfast for everyone . " Leah remarked , " Lauren had all the traits of a good wife . It's Carter's loss . " " Don't start , " Tyler cut in , frowning . Leah shot him a glare and fell silent . About 15 minutes later , the birthday pancakes were finally done . Carter nodded at the kids and said , " Go get your mom . Tell her that breakfast is ready . " " Okay ! " Moments later , Rhea came downstairs . She hadn't slept well last night and looked a little groggy .

The kids pulled her to the table and made her sit . Alisha came over with a glass of warm water . " Mrs. Jamison , are you feeling alright ? You look really pale . " " I didn't sleep well , " Rhea replied . " I don't have much of an appetite . So , just give me a small portion . " Then Alisha asked , " Mrs. Jamison , are you pregnant ? " The room went dead silent at that question . Lauren stared in shock while Carter froze . Pregnant ? Rhea was pregnant ? Today's Bonus Offer GET IT NOW