Chapter 61
Upon hearing that Caitlin had returned, Sebastian immediately perked up, his attention fully focused. The sound of high heels grew louder and closer, and he knew for sure that it was Caitlin coming back.
Sitting up straight and exuding an air of authority, he thought to himself: Apologize to her? Not in a million years.
Beatrice smiled warmly as Caitlin walked in, “Caitlin, you’re back!”
“Beatrice, Molly,” Caitlin greeted politely, her gaze briefly meeting her son Bruce’s. The two exchanged a knowing look–sitent understanding between them.
Molly spoke up, “We know about what happened with Howard’s transfer, and we agree with you. Beatrice says what you did was the right thing”
“That’s right, Caitlin. Thank you for standing up for Howard,” Beatrice added, hoping Caitlin wouldn’t be upset over what Sebastian had said the previous night.
Molly, acting as the peacemaker, suggested, “I think Howard should stay with Caitlin. She’s thoughtful and caring–no one is better suited to take care of
him.”
“Exactly,” Beatrice agreed.
They both turned to Sebastian, who remained stone–faced, clearly displeased.
Molly urged, “Come on, Sebastian, say something!”
Sebastian’s response was sharp. “There’s nothing to say. I have my reasons for not letting Howard stay with Caitlin. Don’t try to change my mind!”
His stance was clear. Howard was going to be raised by his biological mother, no matter what, and that was the end of the discussion. As for Caitlin, he didn’t trust her–she was unreliable and he didn’t want her influencing his son.
“Ugh, you’re so stubborn!” Molly muttered in frustration. She understood that Sebastian was waiting for the return of their mother, Camellia, but what if she never came back? Was he really going to wait for her forever?
“Forget it, Beatrice. It’s all right. As long as Howard is healthy, it doesn’t matter who he stays with.”
Caitlin’s words made Beatrice feel more and more that she was a kind, understanding person–someone who was always looking out for others. She couldn’t help but feel sorry for her, having to put up with such an obstinate man like Sebastian.
At that moment, Marcus entered, announcing, “Dinner is ready.”
Beatrice smiled, “Since you’re all here, let’s eat together.”
At the Vanderbilt Family’s dining table, Caitlin was seated beside Sebastian. Bruce sat between Beatrice and Molly, while Grace, Hazel, and Megan with the other children took their places.
Beatrice took the lead, “Let’s start!”
Quinton and Kyle immediately began eating, while Megan and Xylia helped the children with their food.
Looking at little Howard, who was still not eating, Beatrice asked, “Howard, what would you like to eat? I’ll serve you.”
Molly joined in, “Howard, do you want this? You have to eat something!”
Bruce remained motionless, causing the adults to worry.
Sebastian, growing impatient, ordered, “Howard, eat! Did you hear me?”
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Chapter 61
Bruce simply folded his arms and gave him an indifferent glance.
Molly added, “Howard’s just picky. He either eats what you make of what Caitlin makes. If it’s from the family chef, forget it.”
Caitlin, overhearing, said gently, “Howard, come on, don’t be picky. Just eat.”
Bruce, as usual, only listened to his mother, and when Caitlin spoke, he finally picked up his chopsticks and started eating heartily.
Molly couldn’t help but laugh, “Oh my, Howard isn’t picky about food, he’s picky about people! He only listens to Caitlin.”
Just as they finished dinner, Marcus hurried in with urgent news. “Beatrice, Mr. Vanderbilt, the police just called. Peter is dead!”
Molly, always quick to point out the obvious, remarked, “What are you going to see? You can’t even see anything!”
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