Chapter 43
Bertha nodded and gave each kid a kiss.
Adalee was so excited.
“They are so adorable and cute. I really like them!”
Bertha smiled, “Well, you can have your own kids any time.”
“No, it hurts. I’m scared. And I’m all about looks. What if mine isn’t as good–looking as yours? I can’t just put it
back in.”
Bertha said, “You don’t have any siblings. Your parents must crave a grandchild. They’re gonna ask you to give them
an heir sooner or later.”
“Still no. By the way, I’m your kids‘ godmother now, and you don’t have a say. When my parents come back, I’ll
take your
babies to meet them and tell them these are my sons!”
Bertha smiled and asked, “What do you want to eat for dinner?”
“I know! St. Peter’s Restaurant, my treat.”
“Really? It’s so expensive.”
“Look at your sons. Fancy looks, fancy restaurant! My treat for my godsons! I’ve already made a reservation. Come on. Hurry up. Let’s go.”
It was a luxurious place. Bertha hesitated, but she didn’t want to spoil everyone’s fun. So, she agreed and said to
her kids.
“You guys go change your clothes. We’re going out for a fancy meal with your godmother.”
Yeah! Great!”
The three little ones were so happy.
When they went to change their clothes, Adalee spoke.
“Congratulations on getting rid of that jerk. Let me see your divorce decree.”
Bertha pouted and said, “I didn’t get divorced.”
“What?!”
“Shh! The kids don’t know I’m getting a divorce.”
Adalee anxiously asked in a low voice.
“What happened? You said you would get divorced this afternoon.”
“I got stood up.”
“What is he thinking? He clearly doesn’t like you, yet he won’t divorce you! Is he trying to get back at you in this way? If so, he’s just too twisted.”
Bertha couldn’t figure out why Marcus refused to divorce her.
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Marcus hated her. He must want to stay away from her and cut ties with her.
However, he hid and wouldn’t divorce her.
It was really strange.
“I think he is giving you a hard time. Tell me who he is. My parents can teach him a lesson.”
Adalee’s parents were both university professors. Their students were everywhere, with successful careers in various fields. The Valdez family was well–connected.
They might not be super rich, but they were highly respected in Los Angeles.
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If it weren’t for their low–key personalities, they would definitely be a prominent presence in the city. But still, Adalee’s parents were heavyweights in their industry.
They could help with regular problems.
But Adalee didn’t know Bertha’s husband was Marcus.
Back then, even Bertha’s family didn’t know that the generous family she married into was the Gonzalez family.
Bertha only found out her husband was Marcus after getting married.
She heard that the Gonzalez family chose Tamara.
When they proposed marriage, they didn’t say who they were, only offering generous gifts.
They said the groom was disabled and that they wanted Tamara to marry him.
Hearing that, Tamara immediately changed her mind, cursing and crying. She even threatened to commit suicide.
The Estrada family didn’t want to let go of the generous gifts, so they let Bertha take Tamara’s place.
Afraid that the secret would be exposed, they forced Bertha to sign a confidentiality agreement.
Bertha compromised, repaying 20 years of the Estrada family’s care.
Neither Adalee nor Emerie knew about these things.
They only knew Bertha had suddenly dropped out of school and gotten married for no reason. And two years later, her husband accused her of cheating.
‘Don’t worry about my divorce. I’ll tell you when I really need your help.”
After all, it was about the Gonzalez family. Bertha didn’t want to involve the Valdez family.
Adalee sighed.
“Well, if
you need any help, you must tell me. I may not be able to help you, but my parents can.”
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
