Chapter 1878 Dad Is A Very Busy Man
“He’s just some guy that helps Ms. Young out at the garden. She likes him a lot,” Selena replied softly.
Larry glared at Kevin, who was behind him with a hint of jealousy in his eyes.
“Starting tomorrow, I’ll go help out in the garden too.”
“That simply won’t do, Mr. Norton! You should just stay home and rest! I can manage the garden by myself!” Delilah tried to talk him out of it when she heard what he said.
She had noticed something off about him the moment he stepped through the door, and she turned out to be right about it.
“Ms. Young, I’ll be the one to help you with your flowers from now on, so you don’t need anybody else.” Larry looked straight at her with a serious expression on his face.
Delilah wasn’t sure why he would say such a thing all of a sudden, but she knew he must’ve had his reasons for it.
“B-But you’re the p-president of Norton Corporation, so you must be really busy with work every day…” Delilah stammered.
“I meant during my stay here,” Larry added.
Delilah stared at him in confusion, unsure of what to do. The president of a huge company helping me out in my garden? I bet the entire village would be famous if word were to get out about it!
As the sky grew dark, Larry smiled gladly at the sight of his handiwork while Delilah stood beside him with an awkward look on her face.
The two of them left the garden shortly after with Delilah thanking Larry for his help, but he simply responded by saying, “I’m just doing my job.”
Not knowing how to respond to that, Delilah kept quiet and carried on walking.
“Grandma! Dad! You’re back!” Lucius came running out of the house.
Delilah paused for a brief moment when she heard that, but was quick to regain her composure.
I can’t believe this kid is just calling him ‘Dad’ like it’s the most natural thing in the world!
“Lucius! What did I tell you? You’re supposed to call him ‘Mr. Norton’!” Selena shouted at him from the kitchen.
Larry ran inside when he heard her voice and pushed her aside. “Why are you making dinner again? Get out of the kitchen, and get some rest. I’ll take it from here.”
Selena smiled when she saw how experienced Larry was at cooking. It’s like I’ve gotten used to everything he does for me…
Noticing how Selena was staring at Larry with a lovestruck expression on her face, Delilah walked up to her and gave her a gentle pat on the shoulder.
“So, what do you think about him?”
Hearing that made Selena feel awkward instantly.
It’s true that I like him, but I don’t believe in love at first sight… The only thing one could possibly love about someone at first sight is their physical appearance, and we all know physical appearances fade over time. What’s to say he won’t get disgusted and leave when I become old and ugly one day?
“I don’t know…” Selena lowered her head and seemed to be in a dilemma.
Delilah immediately understood what she was going through when she saw her reaction. It’s obvious that she likes him! She wouldn’t be hesitating like this if she doesn’t!
“All right, dinner’s ready! Come try out my cooking!” Larry called out with a smile as he served up the food.
“Whoa! Dad, this smells great! Will you make dinner for me every day?” Lucius asked innocently.
Selena gave the boy a gentle nudge and said softly, “Dad’s a very busy man, Lucius!”
Both Delilah and Larry froze in shock upon hearing that, and it felt like time had stopped as everyone fell silent.
“Mom… What did you just say?” Lucius eyed Selena suspiciously.
Realizing she had misspoken, Selena quickly placed a chunk of steak onto Lucius’ plate as she explained, “I said Mr. Norton is really busy, now hurry up and eat your food!”
Damn it, I must be losing my mind! Why did I even say the word “Dad?”
Selena frowned at the thought of that.
After dinner, Delilah and Lucius were sitting on the sofa and watching some TV while Selena was applying her ointment in her room. Larry walked up to her and snatched the tube of ointment from her as he said, “I’ll help you.”
Selena simply sat there and stared at him with a sweet and relieved smile on her face.
Ring! Ring! Ring!
Larry checked the caller ID and answered the phone when he saw that it was Caspian calling.
“Hello? When will you be returning, Larry? Those shareholders are going to stir up trouble again if you don’t come back soon!”
