Chapter 1373

As expected, Hayden picked up on the underlying meaning that Marika would definitely say something. He nodded and said, "Got it." Maryanne ignored them and went into the villa first. "Mom, I'm back." Marika sat upright on the sofa and glared at her. "Don't shout like that. It's not very polite. Come sit down." Maryanne's excitement was cut short. She let out a quiet "okay" and sat down next to her mother. Her gaze followed Marika's and landed on Hayden, who had just walked in. Hayden put down the supplements he brought and gave a slight bow. "Hello, Mrs. Devereux." Maryanne frowned. "Why are you calling her that? You should call her 'Mom!'" "It's okay. Call me Mrs. Devereux for now," Marika said. "After all, you haven't had the wedding yet. You can always call me 'Mom' after that." Hayden nodded. "You're right, Mrs. Devereux." Marika had a whole list of things she wanted to say, but when she saw how humble and respectful he was, she couldn't bring herself to say any of it. "