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Jonathan arched an eyebrow and asked , “ Muffin ? ”
“ Muffin is Mike’s nickname , ” Teresa explained .
Jonathan’s lips curved slightly , seemingly amused by the nickname . He quickly composed himself and said calmly , “ Mike is still asleep . I’ll go wake him up .”
Upon hearing that Teresa had arrived , Michael sprang out of bed and raced toward her .
“ Mommy , I missed you so much , ” Michael said .
“ Really ? ” Teresa asked with a soft , surprised smile as she squatted down and gently rubbed Michael’s face . “ I thought you wouldn’t miss me at all . ”
Michael pouted , “ How could I not miss you ? ”
“ I missed you too , sweetie ,” Teresa gently ruffled Michael’s hair and replied .
Jonathan stood on the steps , silently watching the scene . ‘ So this is how well they get along at home ? ” he thought , surprised by the natural harmony between them .
His eyes burned with intensity . At that moment , Teresa’s unrestrained smile was wholly absorbed by his gaze .
Michael clung to Teresa’s arm . “ Mommy , tell me quick . Is Mr. Lime my real dad ? My dad isn’t that old and ugly one , but the handsome and rich Mr. Lime ? Really? ”
Teresa nodded firmly . No more excuses . This time , she wouldn’t hide the truth from Michael .
“ Yes , ” she confirmed softly , “ he’s your biological father , and you’re his biological son . ”
Michael huffed , “ Mommy , why did you lie to me before and say my daddy was old and ugly ? ”
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Teresa lowered her head , at a loss for words . Just then , Jonathan descended the steps and interjected , “ Come here for a second ,
Muffin . ”
Michael’s attention snapped to Jonathan , and he dashed over and asked , “ How did you know I’m called Muffin ? ”
Jonathan pinched his cheek and smiled . “ Of course , your mom told me all about it , ” Jonathan replied .
Michael nodded curiously and asked , “ Mr. Lime , do you know why Mommy used to say you were old and ugly ? ”
Jonathan’s lips curved into a gentle smile as he picked Mike up . He said , “ Of course I know . You see , your mommy and I had a little misunderstanding . She was upset with me , so she didn’t tell you I’m your dad . ”
Michael’s sharp little mind quickly pieced it together . He exclaimed , “ I get it . Just like on TV , when people get mad , they say things they don’t mean . Those angry words aren’t meant to be taken seriously , right , Mommy ? ”
Jonathan’s face softened with a warm tenderness . “ You can look at it that way , my you , ” Jonathan added .
The doorbell rang , and Gary had arrived .
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“ Jonathan , ” Gary called out , surprised to see Teresa there .
Jonathan set Michael down and turned to Gary . “ You’ve come at just the right time , ” he said . “ You can take Mike to handle some official business . ”
“ What kind of business ? ” Teresa quickly asked .
Noticing the guarded look in her eyes , Jonathan scoffed dismissively .
“ An identity ID , plus mansions in Jarisburg and Cranur . You took him to Jarisburg , and I brought him to Cranur . Since he likes both , I’m buying properties in each and putting them under our son’s name , ” Jonathan replied .
Teresa fell silent .
Michael ran over , grabbed Teresa’s hand , and exclaimed , “ Mommy , guess what ? Mr. Lime promised to give me a sports car . When I get it , I’ll take you for a spin , ”
Gary overheard and wiped his brow awkwardly . “ Jonathan , are you seriously going to buy Mike a sports car ? ” he asked .
Jonathan shot back , “ Got a problem with that ? ”
Gary couldn’t help but point out , “ But Mike’s only three . He can’t even drive yet .”
“ Then he can drive it when he’s old enough , ” Jonathan said with a smug grin , looking every bit like a man who believed that with money , his child deserved only the best .
Gary chuckled as he bent down to pick up Michael . With a playful grin , he said , “ Mike , you’re so lucky . I’m jealous you have such an awesome dad . Come on , let’s go get you that sports car and mansion . ”
Saying that , Gary glanced at Teresa , sighed , then turned to Jonathan .
Gary said , “ Jonathan , I’ll take Mike out for a bit so you two can have a good chat . Don’t worry , I’ll bring him back later . ”
Michael waved goodbye to Teresa , who gave a gentle nod . She softly reminded him , “ You haven’t said goodbye to your daddy yet .”
Michael waved his little hand at Jonathan and said , “ Mr. Daddy Lime , Bye – bye . ”
Hearing that long – awaited Daddy , Jonathan’s brows relaxed just a little .
Jonathan knew Michael accepted him only because Teresa had acknowledged him. In the boy’s heart , she came first . She had given birth to him , raised him , and stayed by his side all these years .
After Mike left , Teresa turned to Jonathan and asked , “ Why did you stand up for me in front of our son just now ? ”
Jonathan dropped the subject . He took a seat and gestured for Teresa to sit as well .
Teresa looked at Jonathan and asked , “ You’mentioned on the phone you had something to tell me . What is it ? ”
Teresa took a seat across from him .
Teresa looked at Jonathan and said , “ I went to the airport this morning to see Sherry and Christian off . That’s when I for ut they’d left Nareigh . Cheryl also called me . I know you’ve already settled scores with them one by one . ”
Teresa looked up sharply and pressed , “ So , who’s next on your list ? ”
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“ Settle scores ? ” Jonathan smirked , his eyes sharp . “ I warned you that anyone who kept Mike from me would pay . Most already have . As for Jennifer , I’ve reported her for forging the DNA results
“ What ? ” Teresa gasped sharply , drawing in a deep breath ,
Jonathan’s eyes darkened as he stood and asked , “ Why look at me ? Since you won’t remarry me , I won’t go easy on her . I helped her get the job , but she’s unfit to be a doctor . I have every right to hold her accountable . ”
As for the others , including Christian , Cheryl , Jennifer whom Jonathan had once helped , and even Donald , he would no longer lift a finger to help any of them .
Teresa also stood up , her gaze fixed on Jonathan . “ I’m begging you . Spare my friends and family . This whole mess started because of me . Everyone else is innocent . ”
Jonathan remained composed . “ What are you willing to offer in exchange for my leniency ? ”
Teresa asked , “ What do you want ? ”
Jonathan snorted , his eyes briefly scanning Teresa . “ What can you offer ? You don’t earn as much as I do . Do you think I’d be that desperate for your body ? ”
Teresa rolled her eyes and asked , “ If you want sex , just say it outright . ”
“ Who’d want to sleep with you ? ” Jonathan folded his arms across his chest , scoffing . “ Don’t flatter yourself . Do you think I can’t live without you ?
Teresa didn’t know what he truly wanted . She said wearily , “ There’s nothing left to discuss . Fine , do as you wish . You’ve dealt with everyone else . Am I next ? ”
Jonathan sneered , “ I’ve said it before , Remarry me , and I’ll let the past go . Otherwise , I’m considering suing Jennifer . She not only violated medical ethics but also broke the law . A court conviction is certain if I proceed , ”
Teresa stared at him in disbelief and pressed , “ Are you serious ? ”
“ I’m not joking with you , ” Jonathan said , narrowing his eyes . “ This is your last chance . Will you remarry me or not ? ”
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