Chapter 137

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“ My colleague’s kid is at my place , and he’s asleep , so you’d better not go up ,” Teresa said a bit sheepishly .
She explained further , “ The kid was originally supposed to be looked after by Miriam , but she went home for the holiday . Since I don’t have family or celebrate holidays , the kid is here to keep me company . ”
A complex emotion flickered in Jonathan’s eyes . “ I won’t wake the kid ; I’ll just finish those leftover ravioli and then leave .”
Teresa suddenly felt uneasy . ‘ Why would a big – shot CEO do this ? ‘ she wondered .
At home , Teresa reheated the ravioli and served them to Jonathan . There were only a handful left ; she was not sure if it would be enough for him . She also poured him a glass of water .
As Jonathan ate , he suddenly spoke up , “ About that child … ”
“ What about him ? ” Teresa’s heart skipped a beat , her hand unconsciously clutching
the table .
“ Everyone says he looks like me . When I took him out , strangers assumed he was my son , I did another DNA test yesterday , and he’s not mine .” Jonathan lowered his head and continued eating , missing the flicker of shock in Teresa’s eyes .
‘ He went for another DNA test ? But Cheryl didn’t mention it to me ? And the results showed Michael wasn’t his child ? ‘ she thought .
Teresa poured another glass of water for Jonathan and sat across from him . “ Why would you go for another DNA test ? Where did you get it done ? ”
“ At Donald’s hospital . The child isn’t mine . ” Jonathan looked up and half – jokingly said , I told Mom you would not have my child because you don’t love me . ”
Teresa turned away , feeling a bit guilty . “ Why bother asking if you already knew that . ”
Jonathan chuckled bitterly to himself for overthinking things .
“ There are some walnuts left . I’ll grab them for you , ” Teresa said as she turned to the kitchen , her heart pounding .
‘ Has the world gone crazy ? Jonathan got a DNA test done at Donald’s hospital , and the results came out that Michael wasn’t his child ? ‘ she thought .
She almost laughed at the absurdity . It even made her doubt if Michael was really Jonathan’s child . But besides him , there was no one else .
Teresa did not know Donald’s co successfully unlocked ! Ow about Jonathan doing a DNA test . She certainly did not conspile wau . Sic wondered what exactly went wrong , and if there was a benevolent force shielding her secret .
After finishing the ravioli , Jonathan asked , “ What are your plans for tomorrow ? ”
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On New Year’s Day , there should not be much planned . Typically , people would visit their families and relatives , but Jonathan knew Teresa had none .
“ I’m going to the movies , ” Teresa said .
“ What movie are you going to see ? ” Jonathan asked .
“ Paddington . I couldn’t get tickets for other New Year’s films ; only the cartoon tickets were left . My colleague’s kid insisted I take him , ” Teresa replied .
Jonathan pulled out his phone . “ Which movie theater ? What time ? I’ll join . ”
Teresa was stunned . “ Aren’t you the busy CEO ? Besides , it’s just a cartoon . Shouldn’t you visit your family for the new year ? ”
Jonathan ignored her protests . “ Was it Blallas Theaters ? You always go there . I’m guessing it’s the 2:30 p.m. show ? You can’t wake up early , so you’ll have to grab lunch before going to watch the movie with popcorn and milkshakes on hand . ”
Teresa was taken aback ; he guessed everything correctly . She had indeed bought tickets for the 2:30 p.m. show because she could not get up in the morning . She even bought a combo ticket for popcorn and milkshakes .
“ I’ll buy the movie tickets then , there’s still plenty of seats left ,” Jonathan said . Seeing that Jonathan was about to place his order , Teresa quickly shouted , “ Suit yourself , but I’m not going to that one . Anyway , you’ve eaten the ravioli , it’s time for to go . ”
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“ Happy New Year ! ” Jonathan said suddenly , pulling something from his pocket . At first , his palm was empty , but with a flick of his wrist , like a magician , he turned his palm to reveal a necklace dangling elegantly from his slender fingers .
It was a dazzling diamond piece that shimmered brightly . It was expensive , far beyond what his salary could have afforded when they were married .
“ I don’t want it , ” Teresa said and turned her face away , her eyes red .
“ Take me off your blacklist . You can’t block me forever just because my mom reached out to you once . ” Jonathan placed the necklace in her palm , then turned to leave .
“ Wait , ” Teresa called . She darted into her room and quickly returned with a scarf . It was part of a buy – one – get – one deal when she purchased the scarf for Michael earlier . It was one black and one white .
“ Happy New Year , ” Teresa said and tossed the scarf to Jonathan . “ Let’s have a good year . Drive safely . ” With that , she closed the door .
Jonathan felt like it was the best New Year’s gift he had ever received in years .
When Michael woke up the next day , he found the new clothes and socks neatly placed at the bedside . The socks were a creamy white , matching the white scarf laid out for him .
Teresa helped him get dressed , and Michael kissed her on the cheek . “ Mommy , thank
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you . ”
“ You’re welcome , ” Teresa said .
Her phone buzzed endlessly with New Year’s greetings from all sorts of people . Some messages were mass – sent , so she only replied to a few close friends .
After finishing their lunch , Teresa and Michael went to the movie theater . Driving there , Teresa assumed the parking lot would be relatively empty on New Year’s Day . To her surprise , the upper – level spots were full .
Just as a car pulled out , opening up a spot , another vehicle , a black sedan , rudely swerved in , trying to take the space . Teresa refused to reverse , and their cars ended up scraping each other .
Furious , she unbuckled her seatbelt and got out of the car . The other driver , a burly man , stepped out as well . “ Why would a man like you fight for a parking spot ? There’s plenty of it at the underground ! ”
“ And why can’t a woman like you park at the underground carpark instead ? Don’t think I’ll let this slide just because you’re pretty . Your car scratched mine . Pay up , ” the man retorted .
“ Let’s call the police . ” On such a festive day , Teresa was not in the mood to argue . She pulled out her phone , wanting to make the call . Seeing that , the man hesitated , but his pride made him insist on going ahead .
Soon , the traffic police arrived and sorted everything . Teresa did not have to pay a dime , leaving the man frustrated as he called his insurance company . “ Lucky you ! ”
By the time everything was settled , it was already past 3 p.m.
Teresa wanted to watch the next show of “ Paddington “, but both the upcoming and following screenings were fully booked .
She remembered checking at noon and there were still seats available , but now all the sessions were sold out .
Teresa glanced at Michael , who had been sleeping the entire trip in the back seat , woke up and yawned . “ Mommy , can we go watch ‘ Paddington ‘ now? ”
Teresa felt a little guilty , thinking that if they went home now , Michael would be disappointed . “ Let’s check with the ticket counter . ” She hoped there would be cancellations .
At the ticket counter , the ticket clerk shook her head . “ I’m sorry , but all the ‘ Paddington ‘ shows today are fully booked . Perhaps you can try again tomorrow ? ”
Michael pouted . “ Mommy , we can’t watch ‘ Paddington ‘ today ? ”
“ No , ” Teresa said , holding Michael’s hand as they prepared to leave .
As they were waiting for the elevator, a man’s voice called out , “ Teresa ! ”
Teresa and Michael turned , seeing Truman approaching with a smile . He had seen her
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outside earlier and wanted to help with the traffic incident , but Teresa had it under
control .
“ It was just a small accident , ” Teresa said .
She patted Michael’s head and urged , “ Say hi to Mr. Garcia . ”
“ Hi , Mr. Garcia ,” Michael greeted . He was still upset about not being able to watch the movie . “ Mommy , we really can’t watch ‘ Paddington ‘ today ? ”
Teresa felt both helpless and guilty . She assured Michael that they would watch it
tomorrow .
With a soft ding , the elevator doors opened .
Inside stood Jonathan in a dark coat , his posture straight and imposing . Around his
neck was a black scarf .
Michael released Teresa’s hand and quickly ran toward him . “ Mr. Daddy Lime ! ”
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