Chapter 3 Have Their Own Thoughts

It came as a surprise to Leona that Alfie Hayes, Elmer's grandfather, called at this time and asked them to go back. It was a good chance for her to temporarily get rid of the unpleasant situation.

For the time being, she didn't have to sign the divorce agreement.

Elmer would never disobey his grandfather. So he took Leona to the old mansion of the Hayes family in the evening.

Leona was already a bit familiar with the place. Since Alfie liked her, he would occasionally ask her over for a meal.

As soon as she entered the living room, she saw Alfie sitting on his chair. Beside him was Hilda Ramos, Elmer's mother.

As a famous actress in the entertainment circle for the past thirty years, Hilda had won numerous awards and garnered many fans. She was both beautiful and excellent at her craft.

Even if she just sat in the corner, her mere presence was enough to attract people's attention.

Her face was young and good-looking, and her skin was smooth and delicate. She was wearing a floor-length dress, with her long hair twisted into a tight knot. There was an air of nobility around her that made her seem aloof and charming at the same time.

As she watched her son and daughter-in-law walk towards her, her facial expression was cold as ice, as though she was completely indifferent with their arrival.

Leona greeted everyone present and apologized profusely. "I'm sorry. We're late."

Even though they were in a hurry to come over, they were still a bit late.

Hilda just spared Leona a cold glance and didn't say anything.

Meanwhile, Alfie snorted and threw a sharp glance at Elmer. "I've set the time with Elmer. He should be the one explaining it, so why are you apologizing?"

Elmer lowered his eyes. "It's my fault. I was so busy with the company's affairs that the time completely slipped my mind."

Hearing this, Alfie's face softened. Then, he turned to Leona and smiled amiably as he took her hand. "Leona, it's been a long time since you last came to visit me."

Leona wrapped her arm around Alfie's and, with a sweet voice, replied, "I was busy before. But in the future, I'll make sure to visit you more often."

"That's great. I specially asked the cook to make some nutritious soup today. I hope that you'll have some later."

Then, Alfie turned to Elmer, who was standing behind Leona. Immediately, the smile on Alfie's face disappeared.

"Let's sit down at the table and eat," he said in an authoritative tone.

Shortly after, everyone moved to the dining room and sat on their seats.

Both Elmer and Hilda were silent during the entire meal. Aside from the sound of forks and knives clinking against plates, only the hushed whispers and laughter between Alfie and Leona could be heard.

Alfie and Leona were putting food into each other's plates as they chatted happily. It was as though Leona was Alfie's own grandchild.

It wasn't until dinner was almost over that Alfie noticed his grandson. With sharp and stern eyes, he looked at his grandson and said, "Elmer, you and Leona have already been married for a year. When will you give me a great grandson?"

As soon as he uttered these words, both Hilda and Elmer, who were quiet all this time, suddenly looked at Leona.

With a stunned expression, Leona glanced at Elmer and began to panic.

Ever since they got married, she had been taking contraceptive pills. Thus, it was difficult for her to get pregnant.

Besides, Aurora was pregnant now.

Although she had not yet agreed to sign the divorce papers, she knew that sooner or later, she and Elmer would be divorced.

Aurora would surely force Leona to leave Elmer once the baby was born.

How Leona wished she had become pregnant before Aurora!

If that happened, would it mean that she didn't have to divorce Elmer at all?

She wasn't expecting much. All she wanted was to stay with Elmer and remain in the Hayes family.

She wanted to cherish the rare chances to live in harmony with Elmer even though he had no feelings towards her.

Moreover, Alfie was treating her like she was his own granddaughter. It was the kind of familial affection that she had never experienced from her own parents.

Because of all these reasons, she was reluctant to leave Elmer and the Hayes family.

Her eyes cast downwards as her lashes drooped slightly, hiding the uneasiness that she was feeling. However, her hands that were clenching the hem of her dress betrayed her.

Elmer just brushed it off and said, "It's still early. There's no rush."

This enraged Alfie. He threw his fork on the table and shouted, "I can't wait anymore! It's been so long! Why isn't Leona getting pregnant?! Elmer! Pay more attention to Leona! She's your wife!"

It was a rare occasion for Alfie to get so worked up like this. Even though he lived a peaceful life at home, it didn't mean that he wasn't aware of the rumors circulating about Elmer.

It was said that his grandson had been in an intimate relationship with his wife's sister. It was beyond ridiculous!