Departure with a Belly (Alaric and Victoria)
Chapter 169

Chapter 169

The smile on Victoria's lips vanished when she heard Summer's words. Then, she

turned off the water and wore the dishwashing gloves.

"Just look at you. Whenever I mention coming back to Gandra, you would keep quiet." Summer was upset by Victoria's reaction. "I don't get it, Victoria. It's been a long time since that happened. Even if you had made a promise to Claudia, it should be over by now."

However, Victoria remained silent upon hearing that.

Then, Summer continued, "The industry isn't doing well in other countries. Yet, our country made it, and it is one of the top companies that want to hire you. They wouldn't have kept the position for you if you weren't outstanding. Did you know they called me multiple times and told me to persuade you? They didn't want to lose a talented person like you."

After hearing that, Victoria couldn't help but chuckle. "So? What benefits did they offer you to come and persuade me?"

"Hey! Don't even think about accusing me of being a conspirator!" Summer huffed. "Do you think I'm that kind of a person? I just think the job suits you since it pays

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well and is helpful for your future. That is why I want you to go. There is no way I will accept what they offered me. Though, they have indeed given me quite the treat." "So... What did they offer you?"

"Ermm... It's just a small benefit. They told me they would give me a sum of money worth your salary point if you worked at their company for a whole year."

"The Floyd Corporation sure is generous." Victoria smiled.

"Yeah. They are quite remarkable. I've heard their CEO is young, handsome, and,

most importantly, single. He is the one that wants to invite you to work in his

company. Moreover, he tried to meet you, but you refused him."

"How can I find the time to meet him when I'm busy with work? Furthermore, I must

care for my children when I get home."

"That's true." Summer's heart softened when Victoria mentioned the children.

"Where's Nicole and Nathan?" she asked.

"They are in the living room."

"Even if you choose to take care of them yourself, you do not have to do all the work.

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The least you can do is hire someone to do the cooking."

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"I would prefer cooking by myself. Plus, I did hire a cleaner to clean my house."

"Nonetheless, cooking requires a substantial investment of your time and energy."

"Summer!" Victoria called out all of a sudden. Her voice was soft but firm. "The

constant demands of motherhood will leave any woman exhausted. Nevertheless, I believe it's worth it if I'm happy. Do you agree?"

When Summer heard those words, she kept quiet. After some time, she said,

"Technically speaking, yes. However, I can't understand since I'm not a mother

myself. I think it's best to have a deep conversation with you about this topic after I have started a family."

In response, Victoria chuckled but said nothing.

Yet, Summer wasn't planning on letting it slide. "Enough of that. Are you sure

nothing is stopping you from working at Floyd Corporation? It's not because of the promise you made to Claudia, right? Truthfully, I can't understand what you are afraid of. After all, the company isn't at Gandra."

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"If it's not because of her, what is it? I can't think of any other reasons to explain your choice."

"It's because I plan on starting a company myself."

"What?" Summer wondered if she had heard it wrong and asked, "Are you saying you plan to start a company?"

"I was going to tell you after everything is settled. After all, I'm still going through the procedures, so I still can't say for sure if I'll be able to realize my goal."

In that instant, Summer's shrill voice could be heard on the other end of the phone.

"Ahhh!"

At that moment, Victoria was relieved she had put the call on speaker before Summer's loud voice echoed through the kitchen because otherwise, she might have lost her hearing.

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the freedom of starting your own company."

"It isn't done, though. Won't you be disappointed if I fail in the end?"

"Why would I be disappointed? I will never be disappointed in you because you can always accomplish whatever you set your mind to. You can do it, Victoria!" When Victoria realized Summer was rooting for her, a smile spread across her face. "Thanks for your compliment, ave failed many times too. Anyway, all I have to

do now is to try my best."

"Good luck then. I will undoubtedly apply for an executive position after you have established your company."

"Sure. I'll leave a spot for you, alright?"

"That's more like it. Don't even think about giving it to someone else."

After conversing for a little while, Victoria finished washing the dishes, and only

then did Summer hang up the phone.

After Victoria had cleaned the kitchen, she decided to take an afternoon nap. After giving the kids some reminders, she went back to her room. Before she fell asleep,

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she opened Tik Tok and saw that Silent Night had not yet replied to her message. However, she didn't think much and put away her phone: Since she only had twenty minutes to rest, every minute was precious. When her head hit the pillow, she promptly fell asleep. She had trouble sleeping for the first two years but could now fall asleep instantly without medication.

Meanwhile, a waitress delivered lunch to a customer in the presidential suite. She couldn't help but sneak a few glances when she saw the man on the couch who exuded a sense of intimidation and elegance.

At that moment, Terrance told the waitress to place the food on the table before asking her to leave. Then, he said to Alaric, "Your lunch has arrived, Mr. Cadogan." "Okay." Alaric hummed but remained seated on the couch. However, Terrance held his tongue because he could tell Alaric was still occupied with his work. After all, Alaric was a workaholic and didn't like it when someone interrupted him while working. If Alaric hadn't skipped lunch, Terrance wouldn't have requested lunch delivery.

A few minutes later, Terrance couldn't help but remind Alaric again. "The food will

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get cold if you don't eat it sooner, Mr. Cadogan."

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As soon as his words fell, Alaric gave him a cold glare. Immediately, Terrance froze

as he felt chills run down his spine. Then, without saying anything more, he turned around and left.

On the other hand, Alaric pursed his lips and continued to work. After some time, he finally finished his work.

When Terrance noticed it, he immediately ran over and put the things away. Seeing

that Alaric had forgotten to take his phone, he gave it to Alaric and said, "You forgot

your phone, Mr. Cadogan."

When Alaric took the phone, he suddenly remembered the message.

Ever since Victoria had left him five years ago, his life had been occupied with work.

Other than working, he would spend the rest of his time looking at the live stream of two kids. He didn't know why, but he felt it might be because they were cute and

could soothe his loneliness.