Chapter 914 Glad That You Didnt Forget Me! (2/2)
”Don't be silly. Your mother has entrusted me with the task of taking care of you. You're my responsibility.” Carol smiled.
”Callie, if you really want to thank me, persuade your mother to return home. Your father is no longer alive and you are an adult now. It's time for her to come back.
She has a lot of unfinished business here. Even if she does not think about herself, I thi
lly nodded as Terence took the baby from her arms.
”What happened, baby? Do you miss mommy?”
Terence hushed the baby as he rocked him gently. The baby's face had turned red as fresh burst of tears streamed down his chubby cheeks.
”Don't you want to be a strong man like daddy? Shh... Don't cry, baby. Mommy will come back soon.''
Adonis's loud wails seemed to gradually calm down as he stared at Terence's face with big eyes.
Rainer walked in at that moment.
”Mr. An, we heard that Carla couldn't rescue Steven but don't worry. She's safe and sound.”
Terence turned around to look at him as he continued to rock his son in his arms. ”Yeah, I heard that. Ask Nathan to be vigilant at all times and take care of Carla.”
”Yes, Mr. An!”
Rainer nodded politely and left.
Terence looked at Adonis who seemed to become relaxed in his arms. He strode towards the window and peeked out.
It was pitch dark outside and silence prevailed everywhere, except for the sound of the waves lapping on the shore. His gaze flitted to the lonely moon that was staring down at him. The moon reminded him of Carla who was somewhere far away. The lonely night made his heart yearn for her.
The sound of his phone ringing broke the silence.
Terence pulled out the phone from his pocket.
The name flashing on the phone lifted his spirits in an instant as an ecstatic smile crept onto his lips.
”Phew! I'm glad that you haven't forgotten me.”