“Oh,” Evelyn said, “this is the first time I heard about the Aldemar family.”

“Don’t tell anyone about this,” Rosaline said even lighter. “Don’t let Old Mr. Ryker hear it.”

“Old Mr. Ryker?” She asked, “Why?”

“He had a grudge against the Aldemar family, so we don’t want to create more trouble.”

Evelyn’s face crumpled, and she said, “Mrs. Madame Ryker, please rest assured. I’ll definitely keep my friend’s secret.”

“Good to know,” Rosaline said. “The kids are so pitiful without Emmeline.”

“Madame Ryker, don’t you worry.” She said, “The kids like me; if you’re okay with it, I can look after them for you.”

“It’s good to have you,” Rosalien smiled and said. “Back then, Abel refused to marry you. Now he should be realizing that he was missing out on a good woman.”

“Madame Ryker, I’m not as good as you said.” She lowered her head and said, “Mr. Abel and Emmeline were meant to be together, but…”

“Let’s not talk about her.” Rosaline said, “I hope that Abel can get to know you more, and the two of you might be marrying each other in the future.”

If Abel married Evelyn, it would be beneficial to his position in the company. Both Rosaline and Lewis were very well aware of it, and they were weary of Adam attempting to snatch his position.

Abel was there when the two of them were talking. He was in a black suit with a white tie. Evelyn could not lift her eyes off him the moment she saw him; he looked intimidating, but his look could easily captivate any woman.

“Abel,” Rosaline waved to him and said, “It’s good timing for you to be back; Ms. Evelyn is here.”

He frowned upon hearing her name. Evelyn? Why is she everywhere? This is so frustrating.

His facial expression was cold, and he wanted to turn around to leave.

“Abel,” Rosaline said, “the food is ready; let’s have lunch with Ms. Evelyn.”

“Mr. Abel,” Evelyn said softly, “please don’t misunderstand me; I’m just here to visit your parents and the kids.”

“That’s right, Daddy,” Timothy ran down from the stairs and said, “Auntie Evelyn is mom’s friend!”

“Mom’s friend is welcome!” Helios was also coming down.

“Daddy, Auntie Evelyn bought this toy!” Endymion showed him the dinosaur toy.

“Look at mine,” Hesperus said. “This is a remote airplane; it can fly to the garden!”

Looking at the kids, Abel might still be upset, but he did not say anything. He walked past her and went upstairs to change into his casual clothes. When he came down, the food was served on the table.

“I’ll look after the kids,” Evelyn volunteered with a smile.

“Daisy can do it,” Rosaline said. “You can’t get used to it.”

“I can slowly practice,” she responded gently, “and I’ll get used to it after a few times.”

“Munchkin,” she asked with a smile, “are you guys willing to let me take care of you all?”

Timothy nodded and said, “You’re mom’s best friend, sure.” The rest of them also agreed to it.

She smiled gently, but she was nervous and scared. She was worried that it would be hard to look after them. But in order to get close to Abel, she had to do it.

“Thank you, Munchkin, for giving me the chance.” She pretended to be happy, and she said, “Let’s sit down and eat together.”

Daisy sat to the side and let her look after the kids. She secretly glanced at Abel, and he was totally ignoring her. He did not appreciate her efforts. She gritted her teeth and served the kids food.