Chapter 91

Gregory fell silent for a moment. He was still pondering how to explain things to Ashton when the latter suddenly blurted out, "Daddy, do you like Olivia?" "Ashton!" Gregory's expression went cold, his voice stern. "You mustn't say nonsense like that again!" Though Ashton was only five and often seemed mature for his age, he was still afraid of his father. Gregory was usually gentle and calm, but his sudden harshness intimidated the boy deeply. Realizing his tone had been too severe, Gregory drew a deep breath and softened his voice. "You don't understand your mother yet. She…" He tapped his fingers on the steering wheel. After a long pause, he said, "She can be too clingy sometimes. I find it troublesome." Cassandra was already hostile toward Olivia. A small lie was easier than wasting time trying to explain and placate her. Ashton didn't fully grasp his father's words. Scratching his head, he soon drifted into sleep as drowsiness overtook him. Driving past the headquarters of