Nathan wordlessly touched her waist with his slender fingers, his intent unmistakable.


    Lucinda’s mood soured instantly.


    The anticipation of being intimate with Nathanst night had been fueled by days of separation and an intense longing for his presence.


    But today, she didn’t want the difort in her waist, especially since she had already been exhausted and thoroughly satisfied from the previous night.


    She gently tapped his head with her finger and spoke.


    “Nathan,e on.


    Wasn’tst night fulfilling? It’s been challenging for you to return.


    You should spend time with Colby and Destinee, and your grandfather is unwell, so he also needs your visit andfort.


    ”


    Nathan hid the frustration in his eyes, unable to argue against the necessity of visiting his grandfather and spending time with Colby and Destinee.


    Lucinda hadn’t visited the N&L Fairy Land for days.


    With the fridgecking fresh food, she realized she needed to venture out for groceries if they were to have a meal.


    Finding it troublesome to cook, Lucinda decided to have a meal prepared by Norton’s chef at his vi with Nathan.


    With several days having passed since theyst saw Colby and Destinee, Lucinda noticed how rapidly the two children were


    growing.


    As Nathan embraced his babies, he couldn’t help but feel their increased weight, a testament to Norton’s attentive care.


    However, the days apart had left Nathan with a tan, and Destinee seemed unfamiliar with him.


    Her immediate frown and cries struck a chord of distress.


    Nathan’s expression darkened as he cradled his daughter, feeling utterly at a loss.


    Lucinda intervened, gently taking Destinee from his arms and soothing her.


    She addressed Nathan.


    “See, it’s because you haven’t been around much for the babies.


    Destinee doesn’t recognize you anymore.


    You need to be more present, or your role as their father will be uncertain.


    ”


    Nathan remained silent, skeptical of Lucinda’s words as he lifted Colby from his crib.


    A moment ago, Colby had been smiling, his bright eyes fixed on Nathan, seemingly realizing something before he erupted into tears, even louder than Destinee.


    Nathan felt speechless.


    Sensing their displeasure at his presence, he contemted leaving.


    Less patient with Colby than with Destinee, Nathan raised his eyebrows and scolded in a low voice, “Stop crying! You don’t even know your father.


    When you grow up, I’ll send you to the National Security Bureau for rigorous training!”


    Colby’s cries intensified, tears streaming down his cheeks in fear.


    Nathan’s expression darkened.


    “If you don’t stop crying, I’ll give you a spank!”This content ? N?v/elDr(a)m/a.Org.


    Lucinda, feeling a surge of anger, gently returned Destinee to her crib and decisively took Colby from Nathan’s arms.


    “Could you please show more patience? Our son is still very young, yet you’re already eager to train and spank him.


    It almost seems like you’re seeking punishment from me, doesn’t it?”


    “Remember thest time, during your manic disorder, youshed out at me with the belt out of frustration? The pain still lingers, Lucinda.


    Are you really going to punish me?” Nathan asked.


    This was his trump card.


    Lucinda found herself speechless, caught in a dilemma.


    As guilt flooded her, she realized her anger had led her to utter words she didn’t truly mean.