When My Ex's Worst Enemy Became My Sanctuary novel Chapter 145

Dorothea drifted off for a second, but then Latham’s deep voice snapped her back. “Don’t get the wrong idea. My dad’s getting up there, and the minute we got married, he started nagging us about having kids. We just need to put his mind at ease, you know?”

She forced a smile. “Yeah, right.”

Still, as she clutched her pink phone case, her fingers felt oddly warm.

So, it’s all just for show.

Dorothea didn’t think about it too much. When they walked through the door, a little visitor was already waiting for them.

The moment they came in, Garth’s eyes lit up. “Aunt Dorothea! Grandpa has to travel, so he said I could stay here for a few days.”

Dorothea smiled softly. “Of course, Garth. You can stay as long as you want.”

“Aunt Dorothea, I want the same room as last time!”

Dorothea hesitated for a split second, then nodded with a smile. “Okay.”

She packed up her things and gave Garth the room.

Meanwhile, Garth whipped out his smartwatch. “Uncle, you promised me, remember? Hurry up or Aunt Dorothea’s going to find out!”

Latham didn’t even hesitate. He scanned the code, transferred the money, and—miraculously—gave Garth a rare compliment. “Nicely done. Keep it up.”

Garth rolled his eyes in his head. Whatever. His uncle always made fun of his dad, but honestly, he thought both of them were hopeless losers when it came to women. He was definitely better off than the two of them.

Still, he kept a straight face. “Alright. Pleasure doing business. I’m outta here.”

Moments later, Dorothea showed up in the study. “I’ll sleep in the master bedroom tonight. With Garth here, it’s not a good idea to switch rooms.”

Latham arched a brow and gave her that knowing smile. “You’re the princess here. Whatever you say goes.”

Dorothea turned on her heel and left. She knew better than to stick around for more of Latham’s teasing.

Just to be safe—and considering Latham’s track record when he was lying next to her—Dorothea reminded him, “I have to take Carmen to try on her bridesmaid dress tomorrow morning, so I need to get up early.”

Latham leaned on his elbow, voice low and tempting. “Dorothea, you keep stressing about getting up early. Are you worried I’ll try something?”

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