Raeleigh was speechless as she had never seen such a man who liked to joke that much.
"Then, I'll leave first."
"Go ahead then."
Raeleigh left Lamarre's side and headed downstairs. She was just below Jepherson's office. It was impossible for her to go and find him, but then again, she did not want to wait for him to come out. So, she decided to wait outside. After all, she did not want to attract attention. Although Jepherson wanted to make their relationship public, Raeleigh still preferred to maintain a low profile.
Raeleigh received a call from Jepherson when she arrived downstairs. "I've arrived at your place. Have you come out yet?"
Jepherson came out of the elevator, intending to look for Raeleigh. Raeleigh turned around and walked to the door. "I'm already out. I'm waiting for you outside of the building."
"Why are you waiting for me outside? Didn't I tell you to wait for me in Mr. Lee's office?" Jepherson had informed her beforehand, and she had also agreed. When Raeleigh recalled their conversation, she immediately apologized. "I'm sorry. I forgot."
Jepherson's expression darkened. "What can you remember?"
Raeleigh did not answer lest he got even angrier. He continued. "Wait for me in the office. It's not safe to wait outside."
"I'm not a three-year-old child. How is it dangerous to wait out here? I mean, what's the worst that could happen?"
"Nothing," Jepherson said as he entered the elevator. The phone reception in the elevator was not good, so the two ended the call.
Raeleigh was already standing outside the building and did not intend to head back inside. So, she waited outside to prevent Jepherson from getting more furious and getting her into trouble later. Since she had left the office, she had to wait at the exit of the building. But even so, Jepherson didn't forget to nag her when he came out.
"You're such a rebel," Jepherson said when he saw Raeleigh, pulling her into his arms. She immediately broke into a smile. "I honestly forgot. I'll remember it the next time, but I guess I made the right decision to come out. Look at all the beautiful lights."
Raeleigh pointed at the lights. Jepherson looked at it. It was indeed beautiful, but there was a possibility that she was trying to shift his attention.
"Yes, it's attractive, but you're more beautiful. I'd be better off looking at you." Jepherson teased. His eyes were full of love. He raised his hand and stroked Raeleigh's face. Raeleigh felt a little embarrassed. She looked around and said, "What are you doing? Someone might notice us."
"What are you afraid of? You're already carrying my baby. Why are you afraid of letting others see us?" Jepherson held Raeleigh in his arms as they made their way towards the car. After Stuart opened the car door, Jepherson carefully helped Raeleigh into the car before getting in himself.
They then made their way back home. Raeleigh leaned against Jepherson as she stared outside the window. Jepherson hugged her from behind and enjoyed the scenery outside the window with her. Stuart, who was envious of the pair, did not dare to look at them.
Raeleigh got out of the car as soon as they arrived home. At that time, Scarlette was watering the flowers and trees in the garden. Her body was slightly drenched. On one side stood Hadrian and Santiago. Santiago was currently building a dog house. He even bought a puppy, and the puppy was currently wagging its tail at his feet.
When Raeleigh saw them, she stood still for a moment. She felt as if she was out of place.
Santiago was wearing a green vest and a pair of beige trousers. He had a hammer in his hand as he built the dog house.
Hadrian, on the other hand, had his eyes locked on Scarlette as she watered the plants.
That was the scene Raeleigh ran into as soon as she entered the yard. The sun was setting at that moment, and it filled the sky with beautiful colors, covering every corner of the world with a golden veil.
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