Rewriting the love story after traveling into the novel novel Chapter 212

Chapter 212 Uninvited Guest

Even though her mom had been complaining about her dad, Becky could hear the love in her voice.

“Alright, alright, enough about him. Is that takeout you’re eating?”

Becky: “…”

“…Yeah.”

No way was she going to admit this lunch had been delivered courtesy of Xavier.

Julia glanced at the meal on the screen–everything looked well–balanced and nutritious.

But still… takeout?

“Lily, try not to eat takeout too often, okay? If you must, at least order from a decent restaurant.”

Becky dodged, “It’s just once in a while.”

“Good. Once you’re home, you’ll be eating with us. I won’t let you touch takeout again.”

Becky quickly changed the subject. “When is Lyle coming?”

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Lyle’s work was sensitive and unpredictable. Becky didn’t even feel comfortable calling him. Their last message exchange had been brief and slow–Lyle took hours just to send one reply.

Julia’s expression changed instantly.

Just the mention of that son of hers got her blood pressure up. Never home, always banged up. She hadn’t even gotten him on the phone in a while.

“Lily, if Lyle doesn’t show up, I’ll send Winston to pick you up. Thank goodness I had four sons–if one’s useless, at least I can count on the others.”

Becky: “…”

“Mom, I can come home on my own. No need to trouble my brothers.”

“How is it trouble? Being asked to pick you up is a privilege.”

Becky couldn’t help but smile. It felt good to be spoiled.

“Alright, finish your lunch. I won’t keep you.”

“Okay. Bye, Mom.”

“Bye!”

Like every other office worker in the world, Sharon hated Mondays.

There was something deeply painful about returning to the grind after two days of glorious laziness and chaos.

By the time she finally made it to the end of the day, she grabbed her bag and bolted.

She had just gotten into the car when the passenger–side door opened–and Brendon climbed in.

Sharon blinked for a second, then whipped her head around in a panic.

Thankfully, she’d sprinted out fast enough–none of her coworkers had left before her. No one had seen him get into her car.

She turned to him, whispering sharply, “Mr. Brendon, what are you doing?”

Brendon: “Going to your place for dinner. Your mom invited me, remember?”

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Sharon: “…”

That was just a polite formality! No one’s supposed to actually follow through on that!

She forced a strained smile. “Mr. Brendon… that’s probably not a good idea.”

Brendon raised a brow. “Why not? Your mom was very sincere. And I’m easy to feed–I eat everything.”

Good for you, Sharon thought. But I’m not feeding you. My family’s not feeding you!

Of course, she didn’t say that out loud. He was still her boss, after all.

Brendon added, “As you saw, I don’t have a maid at home. If I go back now, there’s nothing to eat.”

Sharon remembered–his house had indeed been spotless and empty of staff.

“What do you usually eat?”

“Takeout. Or I dine out.”

Of course, by “takeout,” he meant five–star hotel delivery. But he left that part out.

The way he’d laid things out, if Sharon kicked him out of the car now, she’d feel like a monster.

So she sighed and drove him home.

Barry and Mary worked at the same company, with relaxed schedules and short commutes. They always got home early and usually stopped by the market on their way back to pick up fresh ingredients.

After they arrived, Barry said, “Take a break, I’ll rinse and prep everything. You can come in and cook after.”

Mary stretched. “Sounds good. I’ll catch some TV.”

She was a few minutes into her drama when she heard the door open.

Without turning around, she said, “Back early for a Monday, huh?”

Sharon replied, “Still not earlier than you and Dad.”

Her parents definitely had the coziest jobs in the world–always home early.

An ad came on, and Mary finally turned to look at the door.

She saw her daughter looking a bit… haunted.

Then Brendon stepped in behind her.

“Evening, Ma’am. Watching TV?”

Mary blinked, then quickly put on a smile. “Oh, Brendon! You’re here.”

“Sorry for intruding again. I’m back for dinner.”

Mary: “…”

She hadn’t expected him back so soon–barely two days since his last visit.

Still, she recovered quickly and headed into the kitchen..

You two watch TV. I’ll make dinner. Won’t take long.”

*Thank you!”

“Oh, it’s no trouble. You’re so sweet–unlike Sharon, who’s got a stiff mouth and a mule’s temper.”

Sharon: “…”

Brendon chuckled behind a hand. “I think she’s adorable.”

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Sharon: “…”

Once Mary disappeared into the kitchen, Sharon dragged Brendon to the couch.

“Mr. Brendon, could you not call me cute in front of my parents? They’re going to misunderstand.”

Brendon raised a brow. “Really? Didn’t look like they misunderstood anything to me.”

Sharon thought about it. True–her parents didn’t seem surprised or suspicious at all.

“Still, it’s weird.”

Brendon smiled. “I just can’t think of a better word to describe you.”

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