Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress novel Chapter 38

Chapter 38: Midnight snacks

Even at dinner, the family’s topic was mainly what they would name Penny’s new pet.

"You still haven’t thought of a name?" Atlas asked out of pure curiosity.

Allison shook her head. "Penny hadn’t decided."

"How can she decide when the list is longer than our carpet?" Charles sighed.

"I believe Penny can choose eventually," said Haines with a chuckle. "No rush, Penny."

Penny smiled as she ate another spoonful. Getting a new pet today wasn’t what she expected, but it was nice. Her new pet was cute, and it also seemed well-behaved. Having additional companions wasn’t all that bad.

The family dined peacefully without any events.

"I’m finished!" Slater announced, finishing his meal early. "Mom, Dad, I forgot I have an assignment to do. I’ll do it now!"

After saying his piece, Slater dashed away like a bolt of lightning.

Charles and Allison looked at each other with slight surprise before they cast their eyes back to where Slater had left. However, no one suspected that something was wrong except Allison.

When the dinner came to an end, Allison went straight to Slater’s room.

"Slater?" Allison peeked her head in the door, only to see Slater doing some projects on the floor. She smiled gently and walked into his room.

"Mom?" Slater smiled, watching his mother squat near him. "Why are you here?"

"Nothing, honey. I’m just... a little worried." Allison maintained a smile while looking at Slater. "You hadn’t been eating like usual and even finished quickly."

"Hehe. I’m just trying to do well in school."

Allison’s eyes softened. "Should I help you?"

"I’m okay." Slater shook his head. "I can do this on my own."

"Oh." Allison sighed faintly and watched him resume his activity.

Usually, Slater would go to her or his big brothers for help in school. After all, Slater’s grades weren’t that high. It wasn’t like the couple ever pressured their children to have good grades, except Hugo. As long as they passed their year, the couple was fine with it.

Now Slater wasn’t asking for their help anymore. Moreover, he wasn’t arguing with Penny so much. Though he hadn’t opened up, she knew Slater had the biggest heart. It was only a matter of time.

"Mom?" Slater suddenly looked up at her. "Can I..."

"Yes, honey?"

Slater smiled and shook his head. "Nothing. Mom, I need to focus on my project so, please close the door once you leave."

"Oh, sorry. I didn’t think I might be disturbing you." Allison cleared her throat and reluctantly rose from her spot. "I’ll leave you then."

Having said that, Allison left the room as quietly as possible.

When the door shut closed, Slated quickly sat up. He rushed to the door and locked it. Walking back to his bed, he grabbed his uniform underneath it.

Sniff.

"Slater?" Penny blinked innocently before she quickly hid something behind her back. _{fгeewebnovёl.com}

"You’re a monster," he blurted out in horror. She was only in the household for one season and he could tell she had already gained a hundred kilos!