Chapter 2816 Leonel’s expression softened into a gentle smile, as if the darker moments that had just transpired never existed...
At the Fowler family residence...
Upon Alexis’ return to her parents’ place, she found herself unable to approach Evelyn, for Waylen reveled in caring for his granddaughter.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHis previous insistence on Alexis’ independence seemed irrelevant with Evelyn.
He often remarked, “Evelyn's just a little girl. She doesn't need to be independent yet.” “But Scott's nearly her age,” Alexis pointed out. “You never said that about him." After pondering for a moment, Waylen replied, “Boys need to be treated a bit tougher.” Alexis was at a loss for words.
She too adored Evelyn, as did Leonel. Everyone in the family doted on the child. Yet, Alexis harbored concerns about overindulging Evelyn, fearing it might make her too naive.
“ALL Fowler girls deserve to be pampered,” Waylen remarked.
(Eagles) Cradling Evelyn, Waylen tenderly asked, “Were you afraid of the shot at the hospital today? Does your Little bottom still hurt?” Rena, meanwhile, was spoon-feeding Evelyn some apple puree.
Alexis was Waylen's eldest daughter, and Evelyn, his first granddaughter, born to Alexis and Leonel, held a special place in his heart.
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Gently caressing Evelyn's soft cheek, he said with a smile, “Your grandma doesn't usually pamper people, you know.” Waylen himself hadn't received such attention; he was always the one caring for Rena.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCatching Waylen's glance, Rena chided, “Don't fill her head with nonsense. You're the reason Alexis and her siblings are so independent. Now you're spoiling Evelyn." Waylen simply chuckled in response.
Age hadn't diminished his charm. He leaned over the couch and softly encircled Rena’s waist with his arms.
Rena was poised to scold him, but the tenderness in his eyes silenced her.
She said nothing more.
At that moment, Evelyn cheerfully announced, “l wasn't scared. And my butt's fine now! Daddy and Mommy took me for steak. | want to go again!” Rena knew she was referring to the French restaurant she owned, where she occasionally played piano in her youth.
It had been a year or two since her last visit. Rena was pleasantly surprised by Evelyn's fondness for the place.
A smile crept onto Rena's face.