Veronica spoke up as well. “The whole thing is quite complicated, but as long as the end result is good. No matter what, Matt has returned, and that’s what matters most.” “Hahaha, Mrs. Kings is right.” “As long as he’s back.”
“You should go inside, Mr. Kings, Mrs. Kings.” “That’s right. Hurry up and go rest.” The maids were overjoyed, with smiles on their faces. Matthew, having overcome many difficulties and now embracing a happy life, felt especially relaxed and joyful. “Everyone’s salaries this month will be doubled as a reward.”
“Wow, Mr. Kings! That’s so generous of you.”
“Thank you, Mr. Kings.”
“Oh, yay! That’s impressive.” “Mr. Kings is the best.” Everyone cheered and excitedly followed along as they entered the villa, bypassing the fountain in the central courtyard and climbing the steps into the hall.
Just then, Veronica turned to Shirley and Skyler, saying, “Shirley, Skyler, the two of you should also take a rest. I’ll go upstairs and check on Ada and Alan.”
“Okay.” Shirley nodded. Veronica then instructed the maids, “Take them to their room.” “Yes, Mrs. Kings. The maids nodded and walked up to Skyler, gesturing to them. ‘Please come with me.”
“Alright, we’ll go rest to not disturb the four of you.” Skyler smirked mischievously and pulled Shirley away. Meanwhile, Matthew held Veronica’s hand, and they went upstairs to the children’s room.
Inside the room, Ada and Alan, who were already six months old, were lying sound asleep in their cribs. They were dressed in light yellow printed rompers and covered with thin blankets, looking adorable and innocent.
Quietly, the couple walked toward the crib and. sat by the bedside. Matthew extended his finger, gently caressing Ada’s face, while a faint smile appeared on his own. “Our children are so adorable. Do you think they resemble you more or me more?” he asked softly.
At his question, she rolled her eyes at him. “The children aren’t fully grown yet. We can only tell when they get a little older.” She couldn’t help but smile and sigh. “They had a hard time during our trip to the hidden clan. I feel like I’ve caused trouble for them.”
“Don’t think that way.” He embraced her, wrapping his arm around her shoulder, offering her a place to lean. With his hand still resting on her shoulder, he gently caressed her cheek. “They are safe and sound, and that’s what matters. By the way, I was so busy that I completely forgot that our wedding anniversary falls on the day of the head of the clan’s ascension ceremony.”
“Really?’ Hearing that, she immediately sat upright, tilting her head as she thought for a moment. “Oh, you’re right.” She shook her head helplessly. “Not only you, I completely forgot as well. But the important thing is that we both returned safely, and that’s what matters most.”
“You’re right.” He nodded, unable to disagree with her viewpoint. After he leaned back, he propped his head on at pillow, holding her in his arms. The two of them gazed at the starry ceiling, falling into a long. silence.
“Do you want to give the children new names?” she asked with closed eyes as she lay on her side and wrapped her arms around his abdomen, pressing close to him. Ada and Alan. Their names are really too simple.
“When you named them Ada and Alan, wasn’t it because you wanted our precious babies’ lives to be simple and happy?” “But everyone says that I was too hasty when naming them.” She chuckled wryly.
“Although their names are simple, they carry their mommy’s wishes, and that’s what matters most.” Matthew stroked her hair, comforting her.
“Now that you put it that way, it actually makes sense.” She instantly regained her confidence, feeling that the names held extraordinary meanings.
