Chapter b162 /b

    The woman had been sent abroadst night–permanently.

    Unaware of Jessica’s situation, Maureen asked no further and went to pack.

    288 (Vouchers

    Sutton Family’s old residence.

    Heather had some idea about yesterday’s turmoil.

    She drank hot milk, feeling particrly upset: “I used to think she was a simple woman, but now it seems I misjudged her.”

    Heather put down the milk, unable to drink any more, and asked her secretary:

    “Tomorrow is the Harvest Festival. Will Willie’s kindergarten be closed too?”

    The secretary nodded: “Yes, they close at noon today.”

    “I’ll pick him up today. Bring all the toys I bought.”

    “Okay.”

    Heather wanted to take the chance of picking up Willie to see Jacob.

    She liked that child so much she wished she could adopt him as her grandson.

    Just then, a maid approached.

    “Madam, Master Willie and Ms. Ramirez are here.”

    Heather sat on the sofa, a strange emotion shing in her eyes.

    “Understood.”

    After dismissing everyone, she went alone to the attic and pushed open the dust–covered door. Everything inside was draped in white cloth.

    Heather gazed at the scene, then took out her phone and texted Maureen.

    0.00%

    08:37

    288 Vouchers

    Maureen had just arrived at the old estate and finished breakfast with Geoffrey when she received Heather’s text.

    It said they should meet to talk.

    Maureen told Geoffrey.

    Geoffrey stated bluntly: “Just say no if you don’t want to go.”

    Maureen couldn’t tell if he was being polite or sincere.

    “I can go.”

    She got up to meet Heather.

    11

    In the garden outside, Heather wore a cocktail dress while watering flowers. Spotting Maureen, she handed the watering can to the butler.

    “Rece all the nts that don’t bloom.”

    “Yes, ma’am.”

    Heather deliberately said this in front of Maureen–a metaphor for infertility.

    Maureen understood perfectly but remainedposed.

    They got into the car one after another.

    Throughout the ride, Heather was unusually calm.

    “Reenie, you know what?

    Lately I met an adorable child who looked just like our Geoff when he was little.”

    Maureen’s eyes tightened, fearing she’d discovered something–until Heather continued:

    “Pity he isn’t Geoff’s child.”

    Maureen’s heart still raced: “You should know our childlessness isn’t solely my fault.”

    Heather certainly knew Geoffrey had spent barely any nights at home during their three–year marriage.

    “I simply want to ask–have things improved between you twotely?”

    23.72%

    08:37

    Chapter162

    1288 Vouchers

    Heather knew Andrea was unreliable.

    Last time, she saw Maureen and Geoffrey kissing in the room with her own eyes, so she pinned her hopes on Maureen.

    Maureen nodded slightly.

    A sh of joy crossed Heather’s eyes as she forced calm: “I was wrong before, but from now on, if you carry Geoff’s child, I’ll treat you and the child well.”

    The only thing that could make the former Potter heiress–the irondy in public eyes–bow her head was probably having a grandson.

    “Whatever you want, I’ll give it to you.”

    Compared to her earlier aggression, Heather was now unusually gentle. She held Maureen’s hand with earnest eyes.

    Maureen knew this kindness came with demands, so she pulled her hand away.

    “I can’t promise you anything about this.”

    Heather’s smile froze: “One child for two billion dors–how’s that?”

    She paused, then added:

    “Of course, after pregnancy, you need full checkups. I won’t tolerate health issues at birth.”

    “And after birth, the Sutton family must take responsibility.”

    Heather’s meaning was crystal clear: Maureen had hearing loss, but the child couldn’t.

    Two billion for one child…

    After birth, the Sutton family takes responsibility.

    How was this different from selling her own child?

    Maureen couldn’t help but smile bitterly; the Suttons were all the same, but they were very

    generous.

    “Ms. Heather, you might be miscalcting. I have money and can support myself. Even if I had a child, I could take care of him.”

    Heather was about to keep persuading Maureen when the car arrived at the kindergarten gate.

    49.38%

    b08:37 /b

    Chapter162

    288 Vouchers

    Seeing the familiar kindergarten, Maureen was shocked.

    Why would Heathere here?

    The kids got out early today, and soon they all streamed from the school.

    Maureen stepped out and spotted the familiar little figure in the crowd instantly. After so long without seeing Jacob, she ached to run over and hug him right then.

    But she couldn’t let Jacob see her now–if he called out, Heather would definitely hear.

    Maureen couldn’t slip back into the car, so she ducked behind other parents.

    Heather had no time for her now.

    She walked straight to Jacob: “Jacob, see what Grandma brought you today.”

    Not far off, Maureen felt icy dread seep through her whole body.

    Heather handed the expensive toys she brought to Jacob one by one, hoping to cheer him up.

    Little did she know Jacob didn’t even nce at those toys: “Thank you, Grandma Heather, but my mommy told me not to ept things from strangers.”