Chapter 308
Artemis was enraged at first, but he instantly huffed a gnarly laugh when he heard his sons scolding him. Are they angry at me
because I haven't married their mom, and that's why Susan was said to be an illegitimate child? God knows how badly I want to
marry that woman. However, it isn't time yet.
“Fine. I admit I'm a jerk. It's all my fault your mommy had to go through countless hardships over the years. Once she knows the
truth, I'll kneel before her and apologize. Now, I need you guys to figure out a way to stop your sister from crying,” Artemis said.
“You don't say,” the brothers uttered in unison once again. That was how in sync they were.
Hearing that, Artemis couldn't help but burst out laughing. These two have complete control over me. What status will I have in
the family in the future?
Despite his thought, he felt a wave of warmth in his heart when he saw both his sons trying to console his daughter. This
heartwarming scene is beyond all I can ask for. God has truly given the greatest blessing to me by giving me two sons and a
daughter. How am I supposed to repay that woman? I guess I'll have to cherish her and pamper her for the rest of my life.
Gradually, Susan stopped crying. She then pushed her brothers aside and tugged at the corner of Artemis' shirt. While looking
up at him, she uttered in a hoarse voice, “Daddy.”
Artemis' body trembled, and he was stunned for a few seconds. The moment he regained his senses, he glanced at Susan
joyfully and stammered, “What did you just call me, Sweetheart? Do you mind repeating yourself?”
Susan smiled and repeated herself.
Artemis felt his heart thumping, and the sense of family rose from within his body.
He then leaned forward to carry Susan up and fiercely kissed her delicate cheeks. After that, he shifted his gaze toward Zayron.
The little boy snorted and called out, “Arty.”
Artemis was rendered speechless. If he were somebody else's kid, I would definitely send him to Tarragon's training base to
teach him a lesson.
Meanwhile, Bailey went around the square to look for the kids, but she couldn't find any of them. Instead, she bumped into
Lionel.
“Hi, Mr. Gezmond. It's been a long time,” she greeted.
Lionel flashed a faint smile in response. “It has. What a surprise! I didn't expect to see you at such an event, Ms. Jefferson.”
Instead of responding to him, Bailey shifted her gaze toward the woman he was holding arms with. She then raised her brows
and asked, “You're Ms. Wendy, right? As expected of the Hoffman family's eldest daughter. With Mr. Gezmond by your side, you
guys look like a match made in heaven.”
Wendy smiled at Bailey and teased, “Instead of addressing me as Ms. Wendy, I think it's better if you address me as Mrs.
Gezmond, Ms. Jefferson.”
Bailey nodded slightly and flashed a half-smile. “Ms. Wendy, in the name of love, you've turned your family away. It's admirable
to see you sacrifice so much. Indeed, I should address you as Mrs. Gezmond.”
“You...” Wendy was pissed off. However, she quickly pulled herself together. “I need to thank you for taking care of my sister over
the years, Ms. Jefferson. Now that she's with me, you won't need to worry about her anymore.”
Bailey's gaze glinted darkly when Wendy mentioned Juliana. That girl doesn't understand my intentions. She only severed our
relationship because she was afraid of causing trouble. Unbeknown to her, Zeke belongs to a different world. No matter how
hard they try, their relationship will not work out.
“Well, it's all right. As her sister, advise her, will you? The Hoffman family might accept one of the daughters marrying a foreigner.
However, I doubt they'll ever allow both to do the same,” Bailey answered.
“Hi, Lionel and Wendy! You guys are here!” A melodious voice rang out from somewhere nearby.
Everyone turned toward the voice and saw Zoey walking over to them while holding a little girl's hand.
Bailey didn't want to deal with them any longer, so she turned around and was about to leave.
As soon as she had taken one step forward, she heard the little girl Zoey had brought along asking, “Are you Susan's mom? The
illegitimate child.”
Bailey halted in her tracks when she heard the girl calling Susan an illegitimate child.
She then slowly turned around and narrowed her eyes to glare at the little girl. With a frown, she asked, “Who taught you those
words?”
“Isn't she Mr. Simon's illegitimate child? How dare she snatch the Best Child Actor Award with me? Hmph! I wonder where did
she run off to after we made fun of her. By the way, she dirtied my skirt. You ought to compensate me!” Arethea pursed her lips
and snorted coldly.
Bailey let out a light chuckle, but there was no warmth in her expression. There was a tint of melancholy in her eyes. “Although
my daughter is an illegitimate child, she's still way better than a rude child like you.”
Prior to that, Bailey thought it wouldn't matter much if Susan could land the Best Child Actor Award. However, she changed her
mind. Not only must she get the award, but she must also receive it with pride.
“Ms. Jefferson, Arethea is just a child. Don't you think what you said is uncalled for?” Shirley uttered.
“Arethea was just telling the truth. Your daughter is, in fact, an illegitimate child. The Luther family doesn't even want to
acknowledge her. Why don't you just accept it? Your daughter doesn't deserve the Best Child Actor Award,” Zoey chimed in.
A smirk tugged at Bailey's lips. These people are longing for a slap, aren't they?
At eight that evening, the ceremony began.
First, the host announced the Best Actor award.
Needless to say, the award went to the main character of “Men VS Machines.”
However, any artist who acted in the works of Morpheus would usually win corresponding awards for the role played.
Next, the host was about to announce the Best Actress award.
At that moment, everyone sort of knew who would be presented with that award.
Not only was Rose the top performer for LG Corporation, but she was also the best friend of the CEO's wife. In fact, she won the
award for three consecutive years.
Moreover, whoever won the award this time around would be given the lead role in “Time Warp.” There was no way Rose could
give that up.
Hence, Rose immediately stood up proudly the moment the host mentioned the Best Actress award.
When she got onto the stage and reached out both her hands to receive the award, the host smiled awkwardly and asked, “What
are you doing on the stage, Ms. Rose?”
All of a sudden, the deafening applause at the scene subsided, and everyone was focusing on what was happening on the
stage.
Rose wasn't fazed. She flipped her blond and curly hair before smiling charmingly. “Well, I'm here to receive the award.”
The host cleared his throat and uttered in an awkward tone, “Ms. Rose, this year's Best Actress award isn't yours.”
The moment those words fell, the smile on Rose's face faded, and she was stupefied.
The silence that ensued was deafening.
Similar to Rose, the crowd was just as stunned. Is Rose not the recipient of the Best Actress award? Ha! Why is she up there,
then? She's embarrassing herself!
The awkwardness lasted for a good ten seconds. After that, Rose smiled and said, “You must've made a mistake. I think you
should check with your superior.”