Chapter 84: Bad News
Rain was still in awe after discovering that Alexander and his father had secretly arranged for someone to tail her, ensuring her safety. The firm, unwavering tone in her father-in-law’s voice when he referred to her as family made her heart swell with happiness. She couldn’t believe how much warmth and security she felt at that moment.
She turned to Alexander, eagerly awaiting his response. "Of course," Alexander replied, though his eyes narrowed as he looked at his father. Rain couldn’t help but feel a mix of amusement and endearment at the intensity between the father and son. These two were just so adorable, even when they were glaring at each other.
Rain wasn’t usually one to get emotional. She had learned to swallow her tears at a young age, enduring pain without complaint. But these two men... Just earlier, she had found herself crying, and she knew Sanya would have made a big deal out of it if she had been there to witness it.
And now, here she was again, welling up with tears—not from sadness, but from overwhelming joy. It was funny how easily the tears flowed when her heart was so full of bliss.
She quickly wiped her eyes, not wanting Alexander or her father-in-law to see her crying. But Rock had already noticed.
"Dear, are you crying?" he asked, his voice filled with concern. Alexander immediately turned to her, looking at her intently as he whispered, "Your eyes are red."
"I’m sorry... I just can’t help it," Rain said, her voice trembling with emotion. "I feel so fortunate and blessed right now. Thank you both so much for everything." She looked at Rock, then at Alexander, her wide smile shining through her tears.
"See, you made her cry," Alexander scolded his father, causing Rain to chuckle. "Let’s continue with dinner. I’m sure Uncle Ben is already tired of watching us by now," she suggested.
"Oh, please just call him Uncle Ben! He’s part of our family anyway," Rock added, and Rain nodded in agreement.
"It’s been a while since we’ve had a dinner like this," Ben commented, smiling warmly. "I mean, with more voices in the dining area besides just Sir Rock’s."
They began eating, still engaged in light conversation. Rain couldn’t help but ask Ben curiously, "How long have you been working with Father, Uncle Ben?"