Twins in Her Womb: Sir President, Please be Gentle

Chapter 3275 Stay By Your Side

*How is it my problem that you got rear-ended?" Abel was silent for a moment on the other end of the line.

He was well aware that Luca had been rear-ended and that she was now recuperating at Luke's home.

"Not your problem?" Luca chuckled softly, "I know Karen had someone disguised as Silas, and that person was introduced by you. I had already convinced Karen that I couldn't help Pierre, but then she kidnapped me, convinced I could. Mr. Abel, isn't this all your doing?"

*Luca, it seems that staying around Luke has made you quite the accuser." Abel shot back, naturally denying any involvement.

Luca had no intention of forcing a confession out of him. She asked in a cold voice, "So, what's the real reason for your call?"

"I need you to go to X City and help Shanks," replied Abel.

"If I go to X City now, it'll raise Luke's suspicions. Besides, I'm still recovering," replied Luca in a lowered voice, surprised that Abel had chosen Kassy over dealing with Luke.

She had expected him to prioritize his grudge.

Abel remained silent on the other end.

"If you want me to blow my cover or if you're ready to let this whole thing unravel, I can go right now," added Luca.

Abel grew agitated. He could not let go of Kassy. Yet, he was not ready to abandon his vendetta against Luke

either.

Frustrated, Abel hung up the phone without saying another word.

Luca let out a sigh of relief, tossed her phone aside, and then walked into the bedroom across the hall. "Weren't you going to sleep?" asked Luke as he put down his work when he saw her enter

Luca replied, "Abel just called. He wanted me to go to X City, but I used you as an excuse to convince him I shouldn't go, at least for now."

Luke's eyes darkened. "After one of his bases in A City burned down, he still dares to send you to X City?"

"He's willing to sacrifice anything for Kassy. I almost thought he was going to abandon his plans for you," replied Luca, sitting on the bed and watching him work.

*Get some sleep," suggested Luke. He knew she was feeling uneasy, which was why she had come over. He reassured her, saying, "Don't worry, I won't let him send you away. I'll protect you."

*I want to take a nap here," said Luca. She noticed the bed in the room was already made with pillows and blankets.

*Alright, sleep here. I'll stay with you," agreed Luke. He did not have any meetings coming up and could handle his work online, ensuring he would not disturb her.

"Okay." Luca nodded and lay down on the bed.

*The air conditioning is cool, so make sure to cover up," Luke reminded her.

*Got it." Luca pulled up the blanket and closed her eyes.

The occasional sound of Luke typing did not disturb her sleep. Instead, the rhythmic tapping was like a lullaby, helping her drift into a deeper slumber.

Luca ended up sleeping the entire afternoon.

It was not until the kids got home from school and gathered around her bed that Luca slowly woke up. She

blinked her eyes and saw the three kids standing by her bedside.

*You're awake, Ms. Luca!" Tommy exclaimed with excitement.

*Mhm." Luca stretched and sat up. "You're all back from school? What time is it?"

*It's almost 6:00 pm. Come on, Ms. Luca. Time to get up and get ready for dinner," Rainie said in a gentle voice as she held Luca's hand.

Luca smiled and gently stroked their faces. Her three little treasures were always so adorable.

As she sat up, she noticed Luke was not in the bedroom. Curious, she asked the kids, "Where's your dad?"

"He went to take a phone call," answered Lanie.

Tommy quickly added, "Dad told us to stay by your side and make sure not to wake you! We were good and followed his instructions."

Luca nodded, impressed by how well-behaved they were. She was glad she woke up when she did. Otherwise, who knew how long the kids would have stood there?

"Okay, why don't you all head downstairs? I'll wash my face and join you soon," said Luca.

"Okay!" The three kids cheerfully left the bedroom.

Luca went to the bathroom to freshen up. As she stepped out, she noticed Luke standing on the balcony, still on the phone.

The soft glow of the setting sun bathed him in light, making his hair shimmer with a golden hue.

The usually stoic man looked much softer in the gentle sunlight.

As Luca admired his handsome figure, Luke happened to glance her way. She smiled at him without saying a word, simply gesturing that she was heading downstairs. Luke nodded but did not say anything, signaling that he understood.

Luca turned her attention back to the stairs and went down.

The kids quickly surrounded her, showering her with concern until they were all satisfied that she was feeling better.

"We were so worried about you. I'm glad you're okay," said Lanie.

They had been so worried that they even wished for Luca's recovery during their bedtime prayers.

"I'll be alright for your sake," Luca assured them. It was a mother's promise to her kids.

She could not afford to let anything happen to herself for their sake.

The kids grinned widely.

A short while later, Luke finished his call and came downstairs to join them. The five of them enjoyed a nice dinner together.

After dinner, Luca took her medication and found herself yawning again.

She wondered, "I slept all afternoon, yet here I am, feeling sleepy again. What kind of medicine did Dr. Johann prescribe that's making me so drowsy?"

"This is your body's way of telling you it needs rest. I read in a book that when the body needs to repair itself, it makes you feel sleepy," Lanie said.

Luke nodded in agreement but did not say anything.

*Then you should go to bed, Ms. Luca. You need good sleep to get better," urged Rainie.

"But it's still early, and I wanted to- Luca began, wanting to suggest watching some cartoons with them.

*Taking care of yourself is what matters the most. With Dad watching over us, we'll go to bed on time!" added Tommy, trying his best to be a good boy so she would not worry.

Luca nodded. "Alright then. Make sure you all get to bed on time. I'm going to head upstairs and sleep now."

"Goodnight, Ms. Luca." The three kids called out as she left.

"Goodnight," replied Luca. Then, she headed upstairs.

Once they saw her go, the three kids huddled together, whispering about Luca.

*Someone hurt our mom. What do you think we should do?" Tommy asked in a low voice. It was so soft that only the three of them who were huddled close together could hear.

*Lanie, what should we do?" Rainie turned to look at Lanie.

Lanie's eyes darkened, suddenly showing a glimpse of Luke's intensity. "Let me come up with a plan. We can't just let her be wronged like this."

"Yes! We have to get back at them for Mommy!" added Tommy.

Aunt Neile, having just finished cleaning up, walked out of the kitchen and saw the three kids huddled together, seemingly deep in discussion. She asked with curiosity, "Kids, what are you up to?"

The kids quickly stood up straight and shook their heads. "Nothing," they replied in unison.

"You..." Aunt Neile paused for a moment, but she did not really believe it. "You're not planning to cause any trouble, are you?*

"Aunt Neile, we won't cause any trouble. Don't worry. If my brothers try anything, I'll keep them in line."

"That's true. You've always been well-behaved," replied Aunt Neile, agreeing that they were not the type of kids to cause trouble.