Imprisoned While Pregnant, She's Back for Payback novel Chapter 475

475 You’re Hiding a Man in Your House!

Kylie pressed her lips into a thin line, her eyes narrowing slightly. “Henry, I’m your wife. We’ve shared more than two decades together, faced every storm side by side, and yet you still keep secrets from me?” Her voice was steady but carried a hint of hurt beneath the surface.

At her words, both Henry and Nadine exchanged glances, their faces lighting up with mischievous grins, as if they had just pulled off a secret victory.

Without hesitation, Henry stepped forward and wrapped Kylie in a warm embrace. “You’re absolutely right, honey. From this moment on, I promise to be completely open with you.”

Nadine’s voice came softly, almost coaxing. “Mom, maybe Dad should move back home. Those cheap motels can’t be comfortable. He’s been eating takeout every day, and honestly, he’s putting on weight.”

Kylie chuckled, shaking her head affectionately. “You little troublemaker.”

Henry frowned at Nadine’s teasing tone, but Nadine quickly feigned fear and darted into Kylie’s arms for protection.

Drawing Nadine close, Kylie shot Henry a pointed look. “What? She’s not wrong.”

Henry sighed deeply, running a hand over his forehead in mock defeat. “Alright, alright, you’ve got me. Nadine, you always run to your mom when things get tough. I don’t stand a chance against her.”

Despite his frustration, laughter bubbled up in his voice, softening the moment.

Kylie glanced away, a small smile tugging at her lips as she said, “Fine, since Nadine asked so nicely, you can move back in today.”

Henry wasted no time, stepping forward to pull both women into a tight hug. “Finally! I’ve missed you both so much. I’m sorry for everything that happened before.”

Kylie let go of her lingering resentment and rested her head against Henry’s chest, the weight of their years together settling into a quiet peace.

Evermount Height.

“Tess, did you know?” Raven leaned in closer, her voice dripping with intrigue.

Tess was busy feeding baby Layla some pureed food but glanced up with a curious expression. “Know what?”

“I heard ‘Splendor Sonata’ has over ten pages. You only gave me one! I’ve been working so hard for you, and honestly, I feel a bit cheated,” Raven pouted, clutching the torn page like it was a treasured keepsake.

Tess remained silent, her hands momentarily still before she gently passed Layla to Bessie. Without a word, she turned and walked toward the bedroom, leaving Raven calling after her.

“Hey! Where are you going?”

Raven watched Tess’s retreating back, confusion knitting her brows. Had she said something wrong?

Minutes later, Tess returned, holding a music book in her hands.

“What’s that? Did you just grab it now?” Raven asked suspiciously, narrowing her eyes.

Tess watched her dramatic reaction silently, feeling helpless but not intervening. She quietly picked up Layla and covered the baby’s ears.

“What’s going on? When did you two start dating?” Raven’s eyes grew even wider, as if the world had just flipped upside down.

Lachlan blinked and answered honestly, “I met her in Aetheris, then I came with her.”

Raven narrowed her eyes, studying him suspiciously. “What’s with the kiddie look? Trying to act younger now?”

Lachlan’s lips twitched, and he shot her an annoyed glare.

That look finally made Raven relax, and she sighed, patting her chest. “Okay, that’s the real Lachlan.”

She settled back onto the couch, sinking into the cushions as she absorbed the surprising scene.

“Aren’t you supposed to be in Yeshana right now?” she asked, still eyeing the music book.

Raven rubbed her nose thoughtfully. “Wait, did you bring this here?”

“Yeah,” Lachlan replied simply.