Female Novel
Chapter 885
Chapter 885 Sensible Stanley
Stanley, who was originally asleep, opened his eyes and gazed at Alex, his vision blurry. “Daddy, is ittrue that you’re going to marry Ms. Grant?”
Stanley’s question caught them off guard. They froze for a moment, not knowing how to answer himn
Initially, Maggie was still caught up in the excitement, but as soon as Stanley woke up, she felt theharsh reality slap her in the face.
Overwhelmed by guilt, she was deeply ashamed of the things she had said earlier.
Alex had just divorced Heather. Moreover, he was here now because he wanted to take Stanley out torelax and unwind.
Maggie did not expect Stanley to overhear their conversation. She bit her lip, not wanting to put difficultposition.
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She gave Stanley a wry smile and clarified, “Stanley, I was just pulling your dad’s leg. It was all just ajoke ”
At that moment, Stanley grabbed Maggie’s hand and flashed an innocent grin. “I might be a child, butI’m a smart and observant boy. I can tell that you really like my daddy. Don’t worry, I won’t get in theway. As long as you and Daddy are happy. I’m happy too.”
Alex’s and Maggie’s hearts sank when they heard that. The more sensible Stanley appeared, thestronger their feelings of guilt grew.
Meanwhile, in the driver’s seat, a sinister gleam flashed in Stannis’ eyes. All along, he had beencontemplating ways to strengthen his bond with Alex.
Hence, he could not accept the revelation that it was Maggie, not Alex, who came from an influentialbackground and hated the thought of her desire to marry a worthless man who was divorced and had achild.
In an instant, all his ambitions were shattered, disappearing into thin air. Without the support ofDaphne’s family, his own family business would inevitably face an uncertain future.
Stannis knitted his brows. He could not accept the fact that he would once again fall from grace.
However, he believed he still had a chance with Maggie as long as she was not married. I should seizethe opportunity to make Maggie mine tonight.
By engaging in reckless behavior under the influence of alcohol, he believed he could absolve himselfof any potential blame. Once the deed was done, he thought it would be effortless to obtain Maggie.
Upon arriving at the amusement park. Stanley was filled with excitement and eager to explore all theattractions. Alex, wanting to see his son happy, cheerfully accompanied him and indulged in thefacilities.
While Maggie chose not to accompany them, she was still overwhelmed with the excitement from the
turn of events..
She had anticipated Stanley’s resistance to her and Alex being together. That was why when Stanleyunexpectedly gave them his approval, she was filled with immense joy and clation.
“Is something bothering you, Ms. Grant?” Stannis walked over and sat next to Maggie.
Sensible Stanley
Maggie shifted her position to maintain a distance from him before answering. “Not really. I’m quitehappy actually.”
Stannis froze for a bit before letting out a cold snort inwardly. Is she happy because she thinks she willget to marry Alex soon? Well, her happiness might be short-lived. Who knows, these two might go ontheir separate ways after tonight.
“I feel there are still many factors that you and Alex should consider before taking the next step.Someone as remarkable as you deserves a more suitable partner,” Stannis said with a smile.novelbin
After uncapping a bottle of mineral water, he offered it to her. “You must be tired after spending thewhole day with them, right? It seems like he didn’t even think of getting you a bottle of water becausehe’s so focused on his son. Here, you can have this.”
Maggie’s expression gradually stiffened. She glared at Stannis, refusing to accept the water bottle.“Thank you, but I’m not thirsty. Alex is truly an amazing person, and I don’t think I’ll ever come acrosssomeone as remarkable as him again.”
Since she declined the water, Stannis withdrew his hand and took a sip himself. “You’re still young. Ms.Grant. It would be a waste of your time to be involved with a divorced man who has a child
If you were my girlfriend, I would cherish you as my top priority and never neglect you li to spend timewith his son.”
Maggie held a strong aversion toward Stannis. She was repulsed by his continuous attempts andelevate himself.