My Dreamy Old Husband novel Chapter 1388

Since a group of idols was playing basketball, it was not strange that they had attracted plenty of onlookers.

Bayside University was Michael and Harry’s alma mater, so the two of them were often seen in school—up to the point where the students were no longer surprised to see them. At this moment, students who had nothing to do had gathered around to watch the game.

The two teams played with all they had. Sitting to one side, Sophia ate jellies, chocolates, and roasted seeds as she watched them battle it out.

During half-time, Michael quickly gathered his teammates to discuss strategies to defeat their opponent. The score was currently tied, so they had to be more aggressive than they were in the first half.

“All of you, take on the other three; leave Bailey to me!”

As they talked about the tactics they would use, Michael turned and saw the other team huddled together, discussing strategies as well. To his horror, he watched as Carmen scampered over with a bottle of water in hand. Giving the bottle to Bailey, she said sweetly, “Bailey, have some water!”

Bailey thanked her before accepting the bottle and taking a few small sips.

Boom, boom, boom!

In just a split second, thunderbolts struck Michael’s world. For the third time today, his eyes darkened, and he barely restrained himself from unleashing fury on Bailey.

Everyone understood right away. No wonder Michael wanted to have a go at Bailey so badly today!

Fortunately, Sophia had the good sense to bring Michael water, and she even gave him wet wipes to clean his face.

“That’s quite enough. It’s highly inappropriate to mistreat a kid and glower at him like this. Many people are watching!”

Gritting his teeth, Michael’s gaze was fixed on Bailey as he said in a low voice, “Stay out of this.”

Just watch; I’m going to end him today!

The second half of the game began. Michael had gone mad and focused on Bailey alone. With no consideration for his teammates’ assistance, they constantly lost possession of the ball.

In the end, they lost to their opponent by several points.

When they summed up their experience, everyone blamed Michael for being blinded by hatred. He didn’t care for teamwork, and he completely ignored the strategies they had decided to use, choosing to focus on Bailey instead.

When the match was over, it was already time for dinner. Sophia suggested, “Let’s go to Crimson House! It’s Uncle Taylor’s treat!”

Michael had lost a battle today; he didn’t manage to get the bracelet back and had caused his team to lose instead, so he was more than willing to pay for this meal. That was until Sophia enthusiastically beckoned Bailey over. “Bailey, let’s go eat together! The world’s best actor is buying!”

Bailey’s expression was cool as he responded, “That’s fine. I still have other plans—”

Before he could finish, Sarah cut in, “What other plans could you have at this hour? Come on; let’s go. Someone’s paying for it; it’ll be a waste if you don’t join us!”

Carmen chimed in excitedly, “Yeah, let’s go, Bailey! It’s Daddy’s treat, so eat as much as you want!”

With Sophia tugging from in front and Sarah pushing from behind, this second-generation ‘old son-in-law’ was successfully persuaded to follow.

Michael glowered, and for the fourth time today, he wanted to pounce on Bailey.

When they reached Crimson House, Sophia intentionally sat beside Bailey, pampering him and showering him with warmth. Knowing that he wasn’t used to Cethosian food, everyone chose his country’s cuisine; Sophia even went so far as to order Crimson House’s most expensive dish. They ordered more than a dozen dishes as Michael watched on unblinkingly.

She wasn’t even this generous when she treated me to a meal!

At the end of the day, Michael was the one who had to pick up the bill.

He was quickly beginning to see stars.

This day couldn’t get any worse.

As Sophia had invited the ‘old son-in-law’ to dinner, everything was considerably more ostentatious, and she treated him with extreme generosity. It was truly a rare sight to behold, as she was usually stingy and it was nearly impossible to get her to have a sumptuous meal outside. It was hard to believe that she was willing to fork out so much for Bailey today. Everyone just couldn’t help but adore Bailey, the old son-in-law.

It was as if Sophia had forgotten that Michael was paying for the meal.

Everyone was in a jolly mood during tonight’s meal, and even Bailey was infected by the bubbly atmosphere, occasionally speaking up. Michael was the only one who ate with a sour feeling in his gut.