Chapter 189
Deep down, Heather knew better than anyone else that Naomi and Brendan’s relationship was rocky. That was why she had this idea.
There was a saying that people with insecurities tended to be more showy. Right now, Heather was being
a typical example of this saying.
Moreover, she had found out about Maximus asking Naomi’s favor to settle the issue with the workers”
wages and project payment. She was merely choosing to say nothing of it for now.
Heather accepted Maximus’s invitation, Naomi put her palm to her forehead, but had no choice but to tag
along.
Maximus was a notable man. Thus, Ryan chose a quiet restaurant with an exquisite environment. Most of
their patrons were people like Maximus.
A waitress served some drinks to them in the private room. Maximus instructed caringly, “Please get this
lady a glass of milk. Thank you!”
Naomi had just come out from the maternity and baby store. So, Maximus was being more thoughtful.
It was clear to Naomi that he was most likely misunderstanding the situation. He had the impression that
she was pregnant.
To her, the issue wasn’t whether Maximus misunderstood the situation. She felt more awkward seeing
Heather making a fuss, as if she was already with child.
There hadn’t been any changes in her yet. What was going to happen if she ended up not getting pregnant?
Despite noticing Maximus’s misunderstanding, Heather didn’t bother to explain. She simply smiled and
said, “You are just like your usual self, Maximus–so attentive and caring.”
As Heather praised Maximus, she couldn’t help but think about how great it would be if Brendan was half
as attentive and patient as Maximus.
If only he were, she would probably already have her grandchild by now.
Maximus smiled. He looked at Naomi and said, “Naomi, I saw you coming out from the maternity and
baby store earlier. Are you…”
Maximus didn’t finish his sentence. He recalled how she just handled a criminal case a few days ago.
Moreover, she handled it very well.
Maximus’s incomplete question was well understood. Before Naomi could even reply, Heather answered. on behalf of her.
“That’s right! Naomi and I have been shopping at maternity and baby stores all afternoon, We were buying supplies for a new baby.”
Heather had gone along with what Maximus had said whilst completely avoiding the main point.
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Naomi was tickled by Heather’s reaction. She looked at Maximus and explained honestly, “We’re trying for
a baby.”
Heather chimed in, “I reckon that you might already be expecting, just that you haven’t shown any signs of
it.”
Maximus chuckled helplessly. He figured that Heather still considered him as her son’s love rival.
Just as Heather said that, the waitresses brought the dishes to their table. Out of courtesy, Maximus would first serve food to Heather before serving Naomi.
Nonetheless, all Heather could focus on was how well he was treating Naomi.
“The weather has become chilly. Have more of the soup, Naomi.”
“This dish is pretty good. Try it.”
“This dish suits your taste.”
Heather was devastated to witness how considerate Maximus was. Neither was that useless son of hers as caring, nor was he as attentive to others. She planned to give him a dressing down when she returned home so that he’d learn.
She stared straight at Maximus. When he put a spare rib on Naomi’s plate, Heather couldn’t hold back
anymore.
In a sarcastic tone, she said, “You look after others so well, Maximus. It’s time you get a wife so you can show off your skills.”
Maximus responded, “Feel free to introduce anyone you know who might be suitable for me, Mrs. Ludwig.”
Heather asked, “What kind of woman do you like, Maximus?”
Maximus put down the fork in his hand. He glanced at Naomi, then back at Heather. He smiled. “Anyone who is like Naomi will do.”