My Stand-In Groom Is A Secret Tycoon (Audrey) novel Chapter 292

"Yes..." Audrey responded almost instinctively and then caught herself, "but missing you won't change the fact that you won't be back for another two days, right? Speaking of which, when is the psychiatrist you mentioned coming?"

Thankfully, she didn't let desire cloud her mind, or it would've been really embarrassing.

A flicker of amusement danced in Alistair's eyes as he spoke gently, "She's in Riverdale, but she said she needs a day to settle in. She should be able to see Sunny tomorrow, so I'll be counting on your assistance then."

"Don't mention it. We are family," Audrey said, slightly displeased.

Alistair tentatively suggested, "You know, Sunny actually has no real connection with you..."

Audrey's expression changed, and she said angrily, "If you're going to talk like this, I'll get upset. Sunny is my son. How can he not be related to me? You've only been away for two days, and you've become so annoying with your words."

'Could someone have influenced him?' she thought.

Seeing her unhappy expression, Alistair quickly softened his tone, apologizing and soothing her, "Alright. My mistake. It's just that I heard you took Sunny to meet your family, and I was concerned they might not accept him."

Audrey kept a stern face. "Whether they accept him or not is their problem. I've always treated Sunny as my own son, and you know that. Saying things like this hurts me. Or do you simply not trust me and are testing me on purpose?"

Alistair's expression changed immediately as he quickly said, "How could that be? Honey, don't be mad. I really didn't mean it that way.

"I just... feel a bit guilty. Sunny isn't your responsibility, yet you've been taking care of him, and I can't be there with you. I'm worried that you might find it troublesome, but I really don't mean to not trust you."

Audrey noticed his sincerity and her anger eased, but she remained resolute. "So listen well, in my eyes, Sunny is like my own kid. It's not a burden. If you mention it again, I'll be very upset."

Alistair quickly promised, "Alright. I won't dare anymore. Could you please forgive me, honey?"