Married At First Sight Chapter 3791
Chapter 3791
The people who gather to dance in the square are all from the workers’ families. They understand each other’s routines and respect their neighbors’ peace. Since they all live near the villa, they interact daily as colleagues and friends. They wouldn’t disrupt everyone’s rest just for their own fun.
Tatum smiled and said, “That’s great. It’s lively and helps pass the time.”
He knew that his grandmother was a spirited soul who couldn’t sit still.
Before, she was busy setting up blind dates for them, but now she had a different focus.
Although River and Alex, the younger family members under her care, were adults, they were still new to the world, having only just stepped into society less than two years ago. His grandmother wasn’t in a hurry to see them married.
And then there was Rowan, still working hard for the college entrance exams.
With age catching up, Grandma didn’t travel as much as she used to. Instead, she enjoyed chatting with her friends, sharing family stories, or dancing like she was doing now.
Grandma May said, “That’s right. I’m enjoying myself before your nephew arrives. Once he’s born, I’ll be busy taking care of the baby and won’t have time for fun.”
Tatum laughed, “Grandma, you talk as if you’re the only one who’ll take care of the baby. There are plenty of people in the family who can do that. You can just enjoy watching over him. By the way, didn’t you say the baby in my sister-in-law’s belly might be my niece?”
The old lady chuckled and said, “Well, I can say that all I want, but Sonny insists the baby is a little brother, not a sister. Your York family is like a Buddhist temple—we’ve never had a daughter or even a granddaughter. I’m hoping to finally have a great-granddaughter this time.”
She then changed the topic, “So, any progress on your end? You’re not planning to come home for the New Year, are you? If you’re not, how about Grandma brings your parents to join you for the New Year? And maybe we can meet your future in-laws too.”
Tatum knew his grandmother was teasing him, but he was still nervous that she might actually show up at the Ormond family’s doorstep during the holidays.
He quickly replied, “Grandma, I’ve only been here a short while—how can things move that fast? Let’s just say I haven’t been fired yet. As long as I still have the job, there’s hope.”
“Only a short while? I thought you’ve been gone for over half a year,” Grandma said thoughtfully. “Or maybe it’s Kevin who’s been away that long. It’s hard to keep track when you have so many grandchildren. Sometimes I can’t remember who’s doing what. Maybe I’m getting old, starting to lose my memory.”
She added with a sigh, “It’s your eldest brother’s fault. He keeps me at home all day, and without a great-granddaughter to dote on, I’m bored to death. It’s making me forgetful.”
Tatum smiled, “Grandma, do you think you’re still eighteen? You’re over eighty now, yet you’re always on the go! Brother’s just trying to look out for you.”
Grandma May gave a little pout. “Alright, alright, let’s not talk about him. He’ll be back soon anyway, and I won’t be traveling anywhere in the meantime.”
“Grandma, I miss you,” Tatum said suddenly.
His grandmother paused, then her face softened into a smile. “Why do you say that out of the blue? Are you feeling down?”
Thinking of Tatum working as a chef at the Ormond household, she worried that he might be struggling with the change in his role and comforted him, “There’s no shame in any job. Cooking is something you love, isn’t it? Isn’t it wonderful that your work aligns with your passion? Plus, you’re cooking for your future wife! In no time, you’ll have her hooked on your food, and she won’t be able to live without you. Or is she giving you trouble, criticizing your dishes?”
Married At First Sight Chapter 3792
Chapter 3792
Tatum said, “Grandma, do you think I only miss you when I’m feeling down or when my future wife finds fault with you?”
“What else would it be?” she replied playfully. “If you suddenly say you miss me, of course I’ll think you’ve been wronged. But knowing you, you’re tough-skinned and resilient. A little criticism or dislike wouldn’t faze you.”
Grandma’s confidence in her grandchildren shone through. She knew the values she and her late husband had instilled in them. Her grandchildren were broad-minded, generous, and ambitious individuals with big hearts. They were the kind of people who didn’t let small things bother them and were destined for great blessings because of their outlook on life.
“I made some snacks for Elora this afternoon, and while we were chatting, she mentioned you. That’s when I realized how much I missed you,” Tatum said.
Grandma laughed warmly. “Oh, is that so? Then why didn’t you call me right then? No wonder I kept sneezing this afternoon! I thought I was catching a cold and was about to make myself some ginger tea. Turns out, it was just you thinking of me.”
Used to his grandmother’s humor, Tatum continued, “After that, I took my two little brothers-in-law shopping. Those kids have so much energy—they never got tired. But I was exhausted! We bought a bunch of things, and I was carrying all the bags. When we walked through the streets, people kept staring, probably thinking I looked like a young dad.”
Grandma laughed even harder. “I hope to become a young grandma one day, with people turning to look at me twice as much! If you want to win over Elora, you need to impress not only her but also her family and friends. They all have to see that you’re worthy of her.”
Tatum, with a smile full of confidence, said, “I think Elora and I are a perfect match.”
Grandma, used to her grandson’s confidence and slight narcissism, just nodded. After all, confidence ran in the family. Even young Rowan, who wasn’t fully grown yet, shared that trait. It was clearly something they inherited from her—Grandma May herself was a very confident and self-assured person.
“Well, like grandmother, like grandchildren,” she thought with pride. She was very satisfied with her nine grandkids.
“Sixth, is there anything else you want to say, other than suddenly missing your grandma?” she asked. It was clear she was getting restless, eager to return to her square dancing.
Tatum teased, “Grandma, don’t you miss us grandchildren even a little?”
“Why would I miss you? When you and Elora give me a great-granddaughter to hold, then I’ll start missing you. Right now, there are too many of you to keep track of!” she said with a chuckle.
Tatum laughed. “When I finally have a daughter, I know there’ll be no room for me in your heart—just her.”
Married At First Sight Chapter 3793
Chapter 3793
Grandma May said, “Come on, hurry up and have a daughter so we can see if I can predict it!”
Tatum was at a loss for words. He hadn’t even held Elora’s hand yet, let alone thought about having a daughter.
Elora didn’t even know that she was the one he was interested in.
“Grandma, you should be urging my five older brothers to give you a great-granddaughter. I don’t even have a wife yet, so having a daughter is still a long way off.”
Grandma May replied, “If you don’t give me a great-granddaughter, you still want me to keep worrying about you? Tatum, you’ve got some nerve. That’s it, I’m hanging up now—I don’t want you influencing me, making me feel like the head monk of a temple!”
Without giving Tatum a chance to respond, Grandma May hung up the phone.
Tatum chuckled to himself. Grandma May knew he was making progress, so she wasn’t too worried about him.
After all, Tatum was still young—he’d only just turned 27. Compared to his older brother Zachary, who got married in his early thirties, Tatum had plenty of time. Besides, even his brothers Evan and Evan hadn’t succeeded in winning over their partners yet, so why rush?
Grandma May didn’t expect him to act immediately after setting his sights on Elora. He’d heard she was a bit picky, especially about food, so he took it as a challenge and went all the way to Annenburg in Province X to become a private chef for his fiancée.
“If I don’t call, Grandma says I’m not being filial. If I do call, she complains about me,” Tatum muttered to himself. But he didn’t mind; that was just how he and his grandmother got along.
Tatum then called Zachary.
When Zachary answered, he asked warmly, “Brother, are you back from your business trip?”
Tatum already knew what had happened to the Farrell family in Jensburg and guessed that Zachary must have returned home. Knowing how much his brother and sister-in-law loved each other, he figured Zachary would rush home as soon as he could once his work was done.
Their bond was so strong that even a day apart felt like forever. They hadn’t seen each other in weeks, and Tatum knew his brother must have missed his wife dearly.
Deep down, Tatum envied the happiness his brother and sister-in-law shared. He hoped he and Elora could be just as happy someday.
“I’m at FC Manor now,” Zachary replied. “I’ll be bringing your sister-in-law and Sonny back in a couple of days.”
As soon as Zachary said that, Sonny’s little face popped up on the screen. “Uncle Tatt!”
Sonny called out excitedly, “Uncle Tatt, it’s been so long! Where have you been? When are you coming back?”
Tatum smiled and said, “I’m working far away, Sonny. I won’t be home for New Year’s, and when I get back depends on whether the boss gives me some time off. You’ve grown taller, haven’t you? Did you miss me?”
“I eat well every day, so I’ve grown taller. Uncle Zack says I’ve put on a little weight because I eat a lot, but Aunt Seren says it’s fine since I’m always running around and won’t get too chubby. But to be honest, Uncle Tatt, I didn’t miss you,” Sonny said with his usual honesty.
Among Uncle Zack’s eight brothers, Sonny was closest to Uncle Callum and Uncle Rowan. He didn’t get to see the other uncles often, so he didn’t really miss them, though he was always happy to see them because they treated him so well.
At his Uncle Zack’s house, Sonny was told he was the favorite of the family.
Tatum laughed, “Alright then, Sonny, I don’t miss you either. Now we’re even! Did you have fun at Aunt Jane’s house?”
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Chapter 3794
Sonny asked, “I’m really happy, Uncle Tatt. But why do you have to work so far away? Why doesn’t your boss give you a break? Doesn’t everyone get a holiday during the New Year? Even my mom’s coming back soon.”
In Sonny’s eyes, his mom was always the busiest person, so if she was coming home for the holidays, he assumed everyone else should be able to take a break too. He couldn’t imagine that some people still had to work.
Tatum explained, “I have to work far away because I need to earn money. My boss pays a good salary, and I even get triple pay for working during holidays. I don’t want to have money problems, so I’m skipping the holiday.”
“Uncle Tatt, talk to my Uncle Zack later. Aunt Seren’s telling me to go to bed. Good night, Uncle Tatt.”
Sonny said his goodnight and was gently led away by Serenity.
Now, Tatum could focus on his conversation with Zachary. They talked for about half an hour until Tatum heard a knock at the door. He opened it while still on the call and found Uncle Joly, the butler, standing there.
“Tatum, the eldest lady is back. She asked for you to come to the main hall right away,” Uncle Joly said.
“Okay, I’ll head over right now. Thanks for letting me know, Uncle Joly,” Tatum responded politely.
Uncle Joly added, “I just came to grab something and thought I’d tell you in person. I didn’t feel like making a call. Now, go quickly, don’t keep the eldest lady waiting.”
Tatum nodded and turned back to Zachary on the phone, “Brother, Elora wants to see me. I’ll go meet her first. I’ll call you later when I’m free. Please reassure our parents—I promise I’ll come home for the New Year next year.”
With that, Tatum ended the call and hurried to the main hall.
Elora had mentioned she had a social event tonight, and based on her usual routine, she often returned late. It was a surprise to see her back so early—it wasn’t even ten o’clock yet.
At the Ormond family mansion, the lights were still on, and the servants were busy finishing up their work for the night. Tatum made his way through the courtyard, his steps becoming lighter as he approached the main house.
An aunt stood waiting at the entrance. When she saw him, she said softly, “The eldest lady is inside, Tatum. You should go in.”
Tatum gave her a polite smile, nodded, and walked up the steps, entering the hall with a steady stride.
Elora was the only one in the room. Upstairs, Mrs. Ormond was telling Alonzo a bedtime story.
Tatum stopped a couple of meters away from Elora and greeted her with respect, “Miss.”
Elora acknowledged him with a soft sound but didn’t turn to face him. She was focused on two sets of jewelry and clothes in front of her, gifts that Alonzo had bought for her during his afternoon shopping.
Alonzo, being thoughtful, had bought new clothes for all his seven sisters. Since Elora was his biological sister, he made sure to get her two sets of clothes and matching jewelry.
Even though Elora typically didn’t care much for jewelry and preferred a simple, neat style, she was clearly pleased with Alonzo’s thoughtful gesture. It warmed her heart that her love for her brother was reciprocated in this way.
Alonzo had always been generous with Elora, giving her more than he did for the other sisters.
As Elora silently admired her gifts, Tatum stood quietly behind her, watching her with a soft gaze. He thought she looked serene, almost glowing with a quiet beauty.
To Tatum, Elora was always beautiful, no matter the moment. She never failed to capture his attention.
“Alonzo said they used your money to buy these gifts. I’ll make sure to pay you back for the total amount,” Elora finally said, after admiring the jewelry.
She closed the jewelry box, turned to meet Tatum’s gentle eyes, and added in a calm tone, “Have a seat, no need to be so formal.”
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Chapter 3795
“Thank you, Miss. I can stand,” Tatum said politely, mindful of his current position. Despite not being shy, he knew his status in the Ormond family had not yet solidified. Until Elora’s feelings for him were clear, he didn’t want to appear too forward, so as not to risk damaging the impression he was building with her.
“Please, have a seat. If you stand, I’ll have to keep turning my head to talk to you, and my neck will get sore,” Elora insisted.
With that, Tatum promptly found a chair and sat down, his posture straight and formal.
Elora observed him for a moment and then smiled. “You sit like a soldier.”
He looked a bit like a schoolboy in class, sitting properly to avoid getting scolded by the teacher.
Tatum remained silent.
“I really like the clothes and gifts that Alonzo and Angelo picked out for me. You must be exhausted after spending the whole afternoon with them. I’ll reimburse you for everything you spent,” Elora said.
Tatum replied, “The two young masters are quite the expert shoppers. Honestly, they weren’t tired, but I was. Still, I enjoyed taking them out. Seeing them happy made me happy too. I hardly ever used to go shopping.”
When Tatum needed anything, he would simply inform the butler, who would take care of the arrangements. Only when he needed a special gift did he personally go out to choose it. Shopping was usually something his mother and aunts did. As a child, he sometimes tagged along, but as he got older, even his mother couldn’t convince him to join them.
“I guess I’m more into cooking these days,” Tatum said with a smile. “If I hear about some delicious dish at a restaurant, I’ll go and try it. But most of the time, I end up thinking that my cooking tastes better.”
Elora laughed lightly. “You’re a natural chef. It’s impressive to see someone so young with such talent in the kitchen. At least for now, I’m not tired of your food.”
Tatum responded warmly, “Miss, I hope to be your chef for life and never be outdone by any of my colleagues.”
Elora’s smile remained, though her eyes seemed to flicker slightly. She looked at Tatum for a long moment and asked, “You still haven’t told me how much you spent.”
Tatum took out his phone. “I’m not sure about the exact total. Let me check the records.”
After a quick review, he said, “Young Master Alonzo borrowed $200,000, and Young Master Angelo borrowed $150,000. Together, they borrowed a total of $350,000 from me.”
This was a rough estimate; he didn’t bother with the precise amounts.
The new outfits the brothers bought for their seven sisters were all branded items, costing about $10,000 each. Alonzo had also bought two sets of gold jewelry, which made his spending higher, rounding it off to $200,000. Tatum didn’t count the small change to simplify things.
“I don’t have your account number memorized, but I’ll ask Uncle Joly to transfer the amount to your bank account tomorrow,” Elora said.
“That’s fine,” Tatum replied.
He didn’t mind when Elora would repay the money; what mattered most was that she liked what he had chosen. The clothes and jewelry were all picked out by him.
Alonzo had liked the items, so he decided to purchase them based on Tatum’s choices.
Tatum then asked, “Miss, do you like the jewelry that Young Master Alonzo chose for you?”
The two sets of gold jewelry were probably the least expensive pieces in Elora’s collection.
Alonzo, still a young boy, had simply thought the gold looked nice and bought the two sets.
Elora’s expression softened, and she smiled. “Alonzo is so considerate. Even while shopping, he thought of us. I like both the clothes and the jewelry. It’s sweet that he remembered my size—the clothes he picked fit perfectly.”
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Elora’s sisters might find that the clothes they received didn’t fit quite right—they were either too big or too small. Only Elora’s clothes were a perfect fit.
What Elora didn’t know was that Tatum had helped Alonzo pick out her clothes. Tatum had a keen eye and had been observing Elora for some time. He had a good sense of her measurements, and it turned out he was spot-on, which is why the clothes Alonzo bought for her fit perfectly.
The outfits Angelo chose for Elora and Tinsley were also just the right size.
As for the other future sisters-in-law, Tatum had seen them only briefly, if at all. He hadn’t met some of them yet, so he couldn’t be sure about their sizes. So, he let the two young ones shop for those on their own.
If the clothes didn’t fit, the sisters could always take them back to the store and exchange them.
“Young Master Alonzo is really smart and has a great memory,” Tatum said.
Elora nodded. “Alonzo is indeed smart, but he loves to play too much.” After a moment, she added, “But he’s only six or seven years old. Kids that age are supposed to play.”
Tatum agreed, “Playing is natural for a child. Alonzo is still young and doesn’t need to carry the family’s burdens yet. Let him enjoy his playtime, and when it’s time for school, let him focus on learning. Childhood should be full of fun.”
Elora gave a soft hum of agreement.
She had always guided Alonzo with the same mindset: when he plays, he plays freely; when he studies, he focuses completely, without distraction.
“Are you hungry, Miss?” Tatum asked with concern. “Would you like me to prepare something to eat? Once you’ve eaten, you could take a short walk to help with digestion, and then head back to your room to rest.”
Elora often didn’t eat much at parties, preferring to sip little or no wine, and Tatum could tell she hadn’t been drinking tonight. She was cautious, always aware of the attention she attracted as a young, beautiful woman from a prominent family.
In such social settings, Elora avoided both food and drink to protect herself from any potential risks. Her reputation allowed her to refuse alcohol without anyone pressing her, and people knew she was very particular about what she ate.
The chefs at her home were changed almost as often as some people change outfits, all top-tier culinary experts. So, when she didn’t eat at the party, everyone simply assumed the food wasn’t up to her standards.
Elora was indeed feeling a little hungry.
Thankfully, Tatum had brought her some snacks earlier in the afternoon, and she had eaten a couple along with a glass of warm water. That had been enough to tide her over through the evening’s social events without feeling too hungry.
Now that she was back home, she felt comfortable enough to eat properly.
“I’m a bit hungry,” Elora admitted. “Could you make me something light to eat?”
“Of course,” Tatum said, standing up. “Miss, please wait a moment while I prepare something for you.”
Elora nodded, and Tatum headed to the kitchen.
After a short while, Elora stood up and carried the gifts from her brother upstairs. On her way up, she met her mother on the staircase.
“Mom, is Alonzo asleep?” she asked softly.
Mrs. Ormond replied with a smile, “Alonzo fell asleep. He was so tired from the afternoon of shopping that he nodded off halfway through my story.”
Looking at the gift in Elora’s hand, Mrs. Ormond’s smile widened. “Alonzo has never bought me clothes or jewelry, but he got them for you. It seems he’s more concerned about pleasing you, his big sister.”
As a mother, Mrs. Ormond couldn’t help but feel a bit amused that her son’s thoughtful gestures didn’t extend to her.
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Chapter 3797
Elora smiled and said, “Mom, if you like, I can give you one of the jewelry sets. Alonzo bought me gold jewelry, which isn’t that expensive. Each set costs only tens of thousands of dollars, not nearly as valuable as the pieces you own.”
Mrs. Ormond’s jewelry was much more valuable, with some pieces worth over a million, and others even exceeding a hundred million.
Taking the red brocade box from Elora, Mrs. Ormond opened it, examined the jewelry, and smiled. “Alonzo probably thought the gold looked pretty, so he picked this out for you. He’s still young and doesn’t fully understand its value.”
“I cherish the jewelry Alonzo gave me,” Elora said with a fond smile. She truly appreciated his gift.
“What Alonzo gave you represents his love and thoughtfulness. I won’t take that away from you,” Mrs. Ormond said warmly. “Seeing you and your brother share such a close bond is the best gift a mother could ask for.” Her words weren’t spoken out of envy but out of joy as a mother.
She was genuinely happy to see her children getting along so well.
“Alonzo told me they used up all their money shopping with Tatum and asked me to help repay him,” Elora explained. “I’ll ask Uncle Joly to transfer the money to Tatum tomorrow. Those two little ones spent months of Tatum’s salary in just one afternoon.”
Hearing this, Mrs. Ormond felt a little concerned about Tatum’s finances.
“Mom, Tatum didn’t join our household as a chef for the money,” Elora reassured her. “He came here mainly to hone his cooking skills. He’s not short of money—Tatum owns a hotel, a restaurant, and a company in Wiltspoon.”
Mrs. Ormond nodded knowingly. She was aware that Elora always did background checks on their household staff to ensure they were trustworthy, had good character, and no shady dealings. The Ormond family valued honesty, loyalty, and integrity in their employees.
“Tatum is a good man. Everyone in the family likes him,” Mrs. Ormond said, smiling. “I really admire his parents for raising such a fine person.”
She couldn’t help but compare Tatum to her own son, Alonzo, who was just seven years old. It would be years before Alonzo grew up, and she hoped he would become as accomplished as Tatum someday.
Although Tatum was a chef with a passion for cooking, he was also a skilled businessman with a thriving career. Based on Elora’s respect for him, Mrs. Ormond suspected that Tatum’s ventures were far more successful than she initially thought.
Elora admired talented individuals. If Tatum’s businesses were just a small restaurant or a modest hotel, that might be impressive to some, but it wouldn’t have been enough for someone of Elora’s stature. Her treatment of Tatum suggested that his enterprises were substantial.
Mrs. Ormond guessed that Tatum’s business ventures in Wiltspoon were significant, likely worth several hundred million dollars. And the fact that he was the same age as Elora made his achievements all the more remarkable.
“Mom, there’s no need to envy his parents. Our Alonzo will be just as successful one day,” Elora said confidently, not wanting her mother to compare her brother to anyone else.
Mrs. Ormond smiled gently. “Alonzo is still very young. We’ll see how he grows. If he can help you run the family business someday, I’ll be more than satisfied. All I hope for is that he stays healthy. Good health is the most important thing.”
She knew that nothing was more valuable than a healthy, happy life.
“Now, off you go to your room and rest,” Mrs. Ormond said, urging Elora. “It’s not often you come home early, so take the chance to relax. Don’t stay up working on your phone or computer.”
Elora nodded, appreciating her mother’s gentle reminder to take care of herself.
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Chapter 3798
“I asked Tatum to make me something to eat. I didn’t have dinner tonight,” Elora said.
Mrs. Ormond looked concerned and said, “You didn’t eat anything? Why didn’t you tell me earlier? I would have asked Tatum to prepare something special for you so that you could have a nice meal as soon as you got home.”
“You are so picky with your food. Even the best chefs can’t stay in our house for more than a year or two. It’s good if they last three months,” she added, shaking her head. “What will you do if no one wants to apply for the job in the future? Are you planning to starve yourself? The other chefs in our house make delicious food too.”
She sighed, worried about Elora’s pickiness and what would happen if they ran out of chefs willing to work for them.
Elora was quiet for a moment, then said, “I can’t worry too much about the future. For now, I’m happy with Tatum’s cooking, and I haven’t grown tired of it.”
“Tatum’s only been here for a month,” said Mrs. Ormond. “You might feel differently if he stays longer. How about we offer him a longer contract?”
Elora thought it over. “Mom, Tatum is talented and ambitious. He doesn’t want to be limited to just our kitchen. He hopes more people can taste his cooking. If he stays for a full year, that would be great, but we don’t need to push for a longer contract.”
“If he wants to move on and focus on his own business, I won’t hold him back,” Elora continued. “And if it comes to that, we can always hire another chef. With so many skilled cooks out there, I’m sure we’ll find someone suitable.”
She paused and then added, “But of course, if Tatum agrees to stay longer, that would be even better. It’s too soon to think about it, though. He hasn’t even completed his first year yet. For all we know, I might get tired of his cooking in a couple of months.”
Mrs. Ormond was left speechless for a moment.
“Mom, I’m going to take these things to my room,” Elora said. “Tatum should have supper ready soon. I’ll eat a little and then go for a walk in the yard to help me sleep.”
She knew that eating too much would keep her awake, so she planned to have just a light snack to satisfy her hunger.
“Alright, go on then,” said Mrs. Ormond. “I’m off to bed myself. Your dad hasn’t come back yet, always out and about since he retired. I don’t know what he’s up to.”
She sighed and went back to her room, still grumbling about her absent husband.
Ten minutes later, Elora sat down to enjoy the supper Tatum had prepared for her. It was just a small portion, enough to ease her hunger without making her too full.
“Tatum, you don’t need to wait around. Go ahead and rest,” Elora said kindly when she noticed he was still there.
Tatum replied, “Miss, would you like some company for your walk? I’m not ready to sleep yet, and I’d be happy to join you.”
Elora shook her head. “No, thank you. I prefer to walk alone, in peace.”
Tatum gave her a gentle smile. “Alright, then. I’m off for the night. Good night, Miss.”
“Good night,” Elora replied softly.
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Chapter 3799
Tatum waited until she finished eating and cleaned up the dishes before they returned to the dormitory. Uncle Joly had already clocked out.
If the host family needed them for anything, they could call on the internal line, which would count as working overtime.
Overtime pay would be calculated accordingly.
Elora sat for a while before leaving the main house and taking a stroll in the yard.
She hadn’t taken a leisurely walk like this in her own home for a long time.
She was always too busy.
Even on weekends, she sometimes had to work overtime to handle urgent matters.
Her mother often nagged her, saying she should rest on weekends and avoid bringing work home.
The pressure was immense.
There was always too much to do.
She would only bring the most urgent documents home to handle.
But she had gotten used to the busy pace. On those rare weekends when there was nothing to do, she felt idle and a bit lost, unsure of what to do with herself.
She preferred busy, productive days.
Her mother would often say she should find a boyfriend, so they could go on dates when she had free time, enjoy each other’s company, and make her life happier.
Every time the topic of her love life came up, Elora would listen silently.
She couldn’t trust the men who showed interest in her.
They all seemed to have hidden motives.
She didn’t even consider the men she already knew, as their flaws became too obvious once she got to know them better.
She believed in letting things happen naturally.
If it was meant to be, she trusted that fate would bring the right man into her life.
The evening was chilly, so after walking for a bit more than ten minutes, Elora returned to the house.
She didn’t want the cold air to wake her up completely since she had plans to work until the early morning.
…
Zachary stayed with Serenity in Annenburg for two days before taking her and Sonny back to Wiltspoon.
Before leaving FC Manor, Sonny told Titus, “I’ll miss you, and I know you’ll miss me too.”
Sonny even tried to convince Titus to pack his bags and come to Wiltspoon with him for the New Year. Titus asked his mother, Jane, but she refused. Reluctantly, Titus said to Sonny, “I can’t go with you for the New Year. My mom said we’ll meet again during the summer vacation.”
He continued, “The summer break is long, and then I’ll definitely ask my mom to bring me and my younger siblings to Wiltspoon to visit you.”
Sonny remembered the adults saying that his Aunt Seren would have a baby before the summer vacation, so he said, “When summer comes, you have to bring Enzo and Avah with you. My little brother will be born by then. He’ll be super cute, even cuter than your brother Enzo.”
Titus liked Avah more but couldn’t tolerate anyone saying something negative about Enzo, not even his friends.
He immediately responded, “Your little brother will just be a newborn then. He’ll mostly be sleeping, crying, and then sleeping again. He won’t be that cute. My brother Enzo will be adorable when he’s running around by then.”
Sonny insisted, “No, my Uncle Zack is handsome, and so is my Aunt Seren. Their baby will definitely be adorable. Adorable mean cuteness.”
Seeing that the boys were on the brink of an argument over their baby brothers, Serenity and Jane stepped in to change the subject.
If the argument continued, Titus might take back the gift he gave Sonny, which could harm their friendship.
Sonny said, “Titus, don’t forget to call me when you have time.”
Titus replied, “I won’t forget, and you call me too. We’ll see each other during the summer vacation, and I’ll bring lots of gifts for you.”
Sonny nodded happily.
After their goodbyes, Zachary picked Sonny up, and they left.
Zachary teased him, saying, “You two should’ve put on a farewell performance.”
Sonny asked, “Uncle, what does that mean?”
Zachary replied, “It means just what it sounds like.”
Married At First Sight Chapter 3800
Chapter 3800
Sonny didn’t quite understand what Zachary meant.
Zachary didn’t bother to explain, too lazy to go into detail. Sonny didn’t press for more, guessing that whatever his uncle said wasn’t something good.
Sometimes, adults could be annoying. They used complicated words that a kid like him couldn’t understand. It felt like they were just teasing him because he was young.
Sonny thought to himself that he needed to grow up fast. Once he was older, he’d be able to understand what his uncle Zack meant.
“Uncle, didn’t you fly your plane here?” Sonny asked.
Zachary helped Sonny into the car, then turned to assist Serenity as she got in.
Serenity smiled and said, “Do you think you can just fly a plane whenever you want? You need to apply for a flight path first.”
There wasn’t any hurry to get Serenity and Sonny home, so there was no need to use a private plane.
Sonny asked, “So, are we taking the car back?”
Zachary replied, “Your Uncle Ben has arranged a car to take us to the airport. It’s quicker to fly home—it’ll only take a little over an hour.”
With Serenity’s growing belly, a long car ride of five or six hours would be too uncomfortable for her.
So, Zachary booked a flight to make the journey smoother and faster.
It took less than an hour to reach the airport from FC Manor, much quicker than driving all the way.
Sonny beamed with excitement. “That’s great! I love flying! Uncle, when I grow up, can I fly a plane?”
Zachary chuckled, “Of course. Do you want to be a pilot?”
Sonny didn’t fully grasp what being a pilot meant; he just thought flying around in the sky sounded like fun. He nodded enthusiastically.
Zachary lifted Sonny onto his lap so he could sit close to Serenity.
“First, you need to study hard,” Zachary said. “If you do, you’ll have the chance to become a pilot in the future.”
Sonny replied confidently, “I study really hard. At Aunt Jane’s house, I often copy medical books with Titus. Uncle, Titus has it way tougher than me.”
Sonny’s face turned serious as he said this.
Zachary nodded. “Titus works hard, but all his effort will pay off in the end.”
Sonny seemed to understand a little.
The whole way, Sonny chatted away. But once they boarded the plane, he quickly fell asleep. Zachary held him gently.
“Wifey, are you feeling tired? Do you want to rest?” Zachary asked Serenity.
“I’m not sleepy,” Serenity replied. “Sonny woke up too early today. Aunt Audrey and the others are coming back today too.”
Zachary nodded in agreement.
They planned to discuss the transfer of the Farrell family’s responsibilities after the New Year. Time was tight—Liberty had to return to marry Duncan. The two of them had never really had a proper date.
Even though they’d known each other for a long time, their relationship mostly relied on phone calls rather than spending time together.
Time seemed to fly by on the plane, and before they knew it, they were landing at Wiltspoon Airport.
Zachary had informed his grandmother of their return, and she had arranged several cars to meet them at the airport.
Rowan was also there. He had just started his winter break the day before, catching up on some classes since he was in his final year.
“Sister-in-law!” Rowan called out to Serenity with a smile as soon as he saw them coming out.
“Rowan, what are you doing here?” Serenity asked, smiling back at him. Rowan had always been warm and friendly toward her.
Zachary once joked that Rowan was the most perceptive one, knowing exactly how to get on people’s good side.
Ever since Rowan met Serenity, he had stuck close to her, seeking her help whenever he was overwhelmed with schoolwork assigned by his brothers. With Serenity’s help, he could find a little relief from his heavy workload.
Otherwise, all eight of his brothers would pile so much homework on him that he’d be buried in assignments, leaving him exhausted.