When Zayn wasn't around, Carla would be unfazed by whatever obstacles she faced, just like a strong, brave, and independent woman.
She would never waver against whatever came her way.
But in front of Zayn, she would suddenly turn into a submissive woman, nuzzling herself coquettishly in his arms.
Evidently, that was what love would do to a person.
"I appreciate what you have done, " Zayn whispered softly to her. "From now on, I'll take responsibility for everything. All you need to do is to focus on your recovery and eat well. After that, you should bear a few more kids for me."
"Pfft!" Carla burst into laughter. "More kids? We already have six of them at home. At the rate we're going, we'll end up with a soccer team."
"Hahaha, wouldn't that be great?"
"I'm not going to do it. You do it if you want them so much."
"I'm open to that idea. I'll do some research and see if there's any new technology that'll allow a man to give birth."
"Hehe, in that case, let's have a few more."
"Don't forget that you have to work hard and get me pregnant first."
"Pfft! You…"
While both of them whispered sweet nothings to each other, Freda and Benard exchanged smiling glances outside. They were both touched and relieved over what they heard.
The day they had been looking forward to for such a long time was finally here.
"Let me take over. Both of you should get some rest, " Bugara suggested to Freda.
"Appreciate it, " Freda thanked him and pushed Benard back to his ward. "I suppose this is the happy ending everyone has been waiting for?"
"There's still a lot of loose ends to tie up." Furrowing his brows, Benard analyzed, "Mr. Giblo is still physically weak and needs some time to recuperate. Also, Mr. Lierger might not allow Derilo to stay behind."
"Mr. Lierger has never been so anxious about anything before. To have come to Aymo City at such a crucial time to see Derilo, she must really be very important to him. Also, I heard that he has gotten himself hurt, that's the most important part."
Pausing for a moment, Freda frowned. "Come to think of it. This truly is a problem."
"Yes. Everything else can be dealt with other than this."
Benard let out a sigh.
"Perhaps, Ms. Lierger can solve it?" Freda held out some hope. "Having rushed to save her today, Mr. Lierger obviously still cares a lot about her."
"Given how serious the matter is, I'm afraid the bond of the two siblings might not be enough." Benard wasn't as optimistic. "Besides, he needs Derilo to treat his injuries. Hence, Ms. Lierger is not in the position to refuse."
"That's true." Freda's expression turned grim. "In that case, what are we going to do?"
"Considering that Mr. Giblo has recovered a lot, it will now depend on whether Hapilia and Sam can carry out Derilo's treatment. Just like how it was with Dr. Feroma, they would need to treat with acupuncture and a concoction of medicine every day."
"That might work too."
"Nevertheless, I don't think it's going to be that easy, " Benard commented grimly. "Bugara told me earlier that Derilo went to see Mr. Giblo and requested him to bring the children back."
"Oh? How is that possible?" Freda couldn't believe it. "The children belong to Mr. Lierger. How can Mr. Giblo take them from him? Setting aside the question of whether it's possible, this doesn't appear to even make sense."
"Yes, that's why it's such a pickle."
While both of them were discussing softly, Zayn was hugging Carla to sleep inside the ward.
"Sleep for a while longer. You must be tired."
"Has Randy come home?" She was still concerned about her son.
"You will see him very soon." Zayn didn't want her to worry.
"Is Daemon keeping Randy by his side?" Carla quickly saw through the situation. "Is he planning to exchange Randy for Derilo?"
"Erm…"
"Has Daemon also taken the girls along with him?" Carla continued speculating. "He must have used the treatment to threaten you into getting the children for him. Am I right?"
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