NovelOnline“The boys in our family have always been quite the charmers, you know," he said with a playful swag, a sly grin tugging at the corners of his mouth. "The fashionistas go gaga over my daddy, and the high-society dames are all over Uncle Leopold, and every girl in this place is head over heels for Uncle Avery..." Shaking his head with exaggerated pride, he added, "And let's not forget, babes all over the globe are crazy about me and Skyler. We're Sky-Will, the ultimate combo of looks and brains." Skyler clapped his hands in delight, reveling in the moment.
The room erupted in a chorus of laughter.
Leah blinked in amusement and asked, "What's Sky-Will supposed to mean?" "Skyler plus William plus Superman, duh," William explained in his childlike voice, puffing up with pride.
"Oh," Leah chuckled, realizing her big brother's kindred spirit was none other than little William. No wonder they never wanted to leave each other.
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After the party, William went home with Arnold.
During that time, Aurelia had stayed at the Stirling Mansion, looking after Kane.
William stuck with Arnold.
Aurelia and her son slept in the following day, basking in the luxury of waking up naturally.
They had just finished breakfast when Fredric and his wife Sheryl arrived with their daughters, Nina and Mira.
Kane took Nina and Mira upstairs to play. After exchanging pleasantries, Aurelia followed them upstairs.
Being divorced from Leopold, she was somewhat of an outsider in the Stirling family.
Over a cup of coffee, Jessica spoke softly, "Sheryl, darling, you'll take care of Arnold's daughter's christening." "Of course," Sheryl nodded. "We went to see little Nova yesterday. She's very adorable and the spitting image of Arnold." "You're the eldest daughter-in-law of the family, dear Sheryl. Try to mediate between Arnold and his wife. If you can prevent a divorce, do so. Our family has been through generations without such strife. This generation seems to be the most troublesome. You and Fredric need to set a good example for your younger brothers." Fredric chuckled awkwardly. "Mom, don't worry. Sheryl and | will make it work. We won't divorce." As long as Sheryl didn't meddle in his extramarital escapades, he could keep her happy and secure her place as the lawful wife.
"Mom," Sheryl inquired, "how's Leopold doing? When can we visit him in the hospital?" Jessica waved her hand dismissively. "He's not in grave danger but a bit weak. Ever since he took over the family business, he's not had a moment's rest. Let him have some peace for a while." Sheryl and Fredric exchanged a concerned glance.
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Six years ago, when Leopold got poisoned in an assassination attempt, Jessica had downplayed the severity just as she was doing at this moment, despite him having been in the ICU for two months, nearly losing his life.
The calmer Jessica's demeanor, the worse Leopold's condition likely was.
"The rumor mill is churning with stories that Megan was behind Leopold's poisoning. What are you planning to do with her?" "The police are still investigating, and we don't have solid evidence yet. If it turns out to be true, we'll handle it according to the Stirling family code." Jessica's voice was steady, but there was an unmistakable chill to her words.
By the Stirling family code, plotting against the head of the family was the gravest sin that warranted death.
Fredric's face darkened with anger. "Women have the evilest hearts, as they say." He lowered his voice and added, "Megan is more troublesome and poisonous than Magnolia was back in the day." "That's why the first wife always comes out on top. These interlopers are after more than just your money. They can be downright lethal," Sheryl chimed in smoothly.
Fredric snorted with laughter. "Those flings are only for show. Nothing serious." Sheryl gave him a sidelong glance. "Even so, be careful. You need to take care of yourself. Don't end up like your father, ruining both kidneys because you couldn't keep it in your pants." "How could | be as reckless as my father? He still sneaked around with the nurses even when he was in a hospital bed, and look where that got him..." Fredric was cut off mid-sentence by a stern cough from Jessica. "Family shame is not a thing to talk about in public. Let's not dredge up the past."
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