Thorns Grow After Betrayal (Celeste and Chester) novel Chapter 361

No wonder she didn't want to deal with him. His crying was enough to drive anyone insane.

Realizing a guest was still present, Raymond immediately choked back his sobs. "What are you laughing at?"

"Nothing. I'm just a happy person," Flossie said with a blink.

Raymond felt even more aggrieved.

He had a nagging feeling she was laughing at him.

Finally, he stormed back to his room in a huff to change his clothes.

Celestine contacted a plumber, paying extra for an emergency call-out. The water in the kitchen finally stopped flowing, but half the apartment was practically a write-off.

"Celly, why don't you move in with me? I have a spare room."

Flossie helped Celestine mop the floor and squeegee the water away.

The two culprits trailed behind them, wiping things down with towels.

Celestine gave a wry smile. "Flossie, thank you, but I'll pass. I took a look, and it seems like only the living room and kitchen have major damage. I'll find a renovation company later to see if they can fix it up."

Flossie was in a relationship. It would be inappropriate for Celestine to move in alone, let alone with Raymond in tow.

“No one, Mom. I... my eyes just feel a bit uncomfortable.”

Raymond instantly switched back to his obedient look.

“See, the apartment is flooded. Why don’t we go home together? I promise, this time I’ll behave. I won’t make you angry anymore.”

“No need. I’ve already divorced your father. That’s your home, not mine. If you want to go back, I can take you there right now.”

“No! I’m not going back! Mom, wherever you are, I’ll be there!”

Raymond knelt on the wet floor, carefully tugging at the hem of Celestine’s clothes, his eyes visibly red— like a little puppy that had been abandoned.