Mrs Hale, I Surrender
Chapter 409 - 408 Mr. Hale is elated by the spring breeze, the younger uncle still needs to work hard (2 more updates)

Chapter 409: 408 Mr. Hale is elated by the spring breeze, the younger uncle still needs to work hard (2 more updates)

"Pfft—" Isaac Shea couldn’t hold back, spraying tea all over his computer and documents as he frantically wiped them with paper.

Brother-in-law?

Was it a hallucination, or had he gone mad?

Mr. Hale actually called him brother-in-law?

Although he had been with Hannah Johnson for a while now, it wasn’t wrong to call him a prospective brother-in-law, probably because Mr. Hale felt he was younger, so William Hale never changed his way of addressing him.

"Brother-in-law, are you there?" William seemed in a good mood today.

It’s just a brother-in-law title, isn’t it?

No big deal!

"Do you, do you need something?" Isaac’s tongue started to tie itself in knots.

"Could you send me the pregnancy care checklist you prepared earlier?"

Being called brother-in-law by him left Isaac’s head spinning, and without thinking much, he sent the documents to his email, having heard that he and Zoe Payne had been planning for pregnancy, so early preparation was normal.

Brother-in-law?

This title, coming from William Hale, sounded...

So pleasant to the ears!

When Isaac returned to his room, Hannah discovered her little green tea Puppy smiling foolishly.

When asked why, he only said, "I suddenly feel Mr. Hale is quite a nice person."

Hannah frowned:

In the middle of the night, what nonsense is this?

**

When Zoe Payne and William Hale returned last night, besides the still-partying Wyatt Hale, everyone in the Hale family had gone to bed. It wasn’t until noon the next day that everyone gathered together rarely.

"You’ve been away on business for too long this time, it’s almost Chinese New Year, try to travel less recently, and spend more time at home with Zoe," Old Lady Hale said with a smile, "Ever since the wedding, you have been very busy, but work is never-ending."

"Grandma, I know."

While speaking, William glanced at the dining table, aside from Wyatt, who was still sleeping due to staying up all night, Finn Hale was also not present, "Where’s uncle?"

"He didn’t come back last night; probably shamelessly sticking around at Sussie’s place again," Old Lady Hale snorted coldly.

Sussie Lopez lived alone, her apartment provided convenience for the couple’s secret rendezvous.

Recently, Sussie frequently visited the Hale Family.

After several visits, aside from the younger generation, Old Lady already called her Sussie.

"I can understand, in a few days, she’ll be returning to her hometown for the Chinese New Year, it’s normal for the young couple to want to spend more time together," Lily Lott commented, and even used the serving chopsticks to put some meat on Zoe’s plate, "Zoe, eat more."

"Grandpa, would you like some wine?" William suddenly proposed.

This remark surprised the Hale family.

In the middle of the day, not a holiday or festival, why drink?

Nevertheless, the old man was quite happy, after all, he missed his grandson who had been away on a business trip, so he immediately asked someone to fetch wine from the cellar.

"There’s something, I originally wanted to wait until everyone was present to say it, but I really can’t hold back," William caressed his wine glass.

"Did you do something troublesome, young man?"

Old Sir Hale sipping his wine, knew about last night’s engagement banquet incident of the Jeans and Jones families.

His lovely grandson had smashed Second Miss Jones’s mouth.

It was said that it was difficult for her to speak at the police station; her face was so battered that she was sent to the nearby hospital that very night.

"Grandpa, your words make it sound like I’m a reckless teenager causing trouble everywhere," William chuckled.

"Isn’t it?"

Coming back from a trip, instead of going home, runs off to someone’s engagement party to fight?

"Grandpa, actually..." Zoe tried to explain.

"Zoe, don’t cover up for him; this kid and his uncle are the same—I can tell from his grinning, nothing good is brewing!"

"Cough—" Old Lady frowned and kicked him under the table.

It’s dinner time, and there are children around, what kind of language is this?

"Grandpa, your words hurt me."

At this, the entire Hale Family looked at William suspiciously.

Was he possessed by some foul spirit? He even started making jokes.

"Spit it out quickly, don’t beat around the bush," Old Sir Hale, always fiery-tempered, urged while lifting his cup, just as he took a sip, he heard his grandson say:

"Zoe is pregnant."

In a tone of utter triumph.

Suddenly,

The entire dining room seemed to plunge into dead silence.

The wine in Old Sir Hale’s mouth hadn’t fully gone down, stuck in his throat, sharp and stinging, his face flushed bright red from the irritation.

"Zoe, really?" Lily, sitting next to her, asked.

Upon getting a positive answer from Zoe, she chuckled, "When did this happen?"

"We just found out last night, we’re planning to visit the hospital right after lunch."

"I’ll join you."

"How many months along is the baby?" Mindy Xander, sitting nearby, inquired.

"About a month or so."

"Early months are crucial, you should rest at home and look after yourself; if you’re worried about the store, your sister-in-law and I can keep an eye on it for you. With Chinese New Year right around the corner, this is indeed double happiness," she told her, turning towards Lily, "Sister-in-law, congratulations, you’re going to be a grandma."

"William’s good, unlike my two boys..."

Mindy continued, turning to look at Simon Hale and Logan Hale—brothers.

One buried in books all day,

The other either working out or moonlighting as a bodyguard.

Seemingly with no interest in romance at all.

She was afraid becoming a grandmother was a distant dream.

Old Sir Hale swallowed his liquor, his feelings quite subtle.

Ever since Zoe Payne entered the Hale Family, everything seemed to be moving in a positive direction.

Even his youngest son was in love.

The old patriarch felt that Zoe Payne was simply a lucky star.

She would definitely bear him a soft and adorable great-granddaughter.

Thinking back to last year at this time, he was still worried about his rebellious son and grandson’s marriage issues, and now unexpectedly, four generations were soon to be living under one roof.

"I’m going to the hospital this afternoon, so I’ll join," Old Sir Hale suddenly said.

"Dad, she’s going for a pregnancy check-up, what are you going there for?" Brock Hale also had an uncontrollable smile on his face.

"Can’t I go for a medical check-up?"

In the past two years, the old patriarch had avoided doctors, not willing to undergo examinations. Probably because he was getting older, he inevitably had some minor issues and felt that if he didn’t get checked, there weren’t any problems. But now, eager for the arrival of his great-granddaughter, he naturally wanted to take good care of his health.

"But you had alcohol today, you probably can’t undergo a medical examination," Quade Hale reminded.

"Then I’ll go to the hospital to familiarize myself with the surroundings."

Everyone: "..."

Zoe Payne bowed her head, trying hard to suppress her laughter.

But the patriarch was happy today and had had too much to drink, so it wasn’t suitable for him to go out; hence, finally, it was William Hale and Lily Lott who accompanied her to the hospital.

This hospital’s obstetrics and gynecology department was very renowned, and the hospital also had a professional postnatal center, so from pregnancy to childbirth and postnatal care, the entire process was worry-free, with professionals accompanying the pregnant woman throughout her pregnancy.

Therefore, as long as the family could afford it, they would choose to give birth here.

The pregnancy was still in its early stages for Zoe, so not many tests could be performed. The doctor just instructed her on a few things, asking her to return in two weeks.

Just as she left the doctor’s office, her phone vibrated, a landline number showing it was from the police station. After picking up, the person on the other end was the officer investigating the case from last night.

"Miss Payne, there is a situation now, quite special."

"Please go ahead."

"Marigold Jones is pregnant, so we can’t detain her because she is a pregnant woman..."

Zoe Payne frowned.

Pregnant?

About last night’s event, although she wasn’t hurt, the fact that the main culprit wasn’t punished certainly made her uncomfortable. William Hale, sensing his wife’s unease, also looked displeased when he inquired into the matter.

The Jones family, he wouldn’t let them off.

It’s just that his mind was clouded by the joy of Zoe’s pregnancy, and he had forgotten about this matter.

Although he couldn’t touch the main culprit, he could still pressure the Jones Family.

Silas Jones was originally secretly delighted. With his younger daughter’s pregnancy temporarily exempting her from penalties, and the child being of the Jens family, their family dreaming of disassociating themselves from this is utterly a daydream.

But then in the afternoon, news came out that several partners had terminated their contracts... which almost made him burst a blood vessel.

**

Old House of the Hale Family

Wyatt Hale slept until after four in the afternoon, still yawning heavily. Seeing the house decorated festively, and grandma actually cooking personally, stewing soup, he leaned in to smell and tried to sneak a taste, but...

Old Lady Hale grabbed her walking stick and hit him on his buttocks.

"Wyatt Hale, how old are you now, still stealing food!"

"Grandma!" Wyatt Hale covered his butt, "You know I’m not young anymore, yet you still hit my buttocks, don’t I have any dignity?"

"Get lost."

Old Lady Hale snorted coldly.

"It’s just a spoonful of soup, Grandma, don’t be too stingy." Wyatt Hale poured himself a cup of warm water.

"Little Wyatt, don’t think you’re still the youngest child in the family, I’m telling you, you’re about to be an uncle, behave more maturely, stop fooling around without proper conduct."

"Pfft—" Wyatt Hale couldn’t hold back, and water sprayed out, angering Old Lady Hale who tried to hit him with her walking stick.

"Grandma, what are you saying, I’m going to be an uncle? Is it my sister-in-law, she..."

Old Lady nodded.

"I just took a nap, and suddenly our family has one more child."

Old Lady Hale’s brows furrowed, telling him to shut up quickly.

Wyatt Hale was excited and sent red envelopes in the family group, celebrating with everyone. He thought he was one of the early ones to know, but then found out that everyone already knew.

Only Finn Hale suddenly asked: [What’s so happy that you, a stingy ghost, are sending red packets?]

Little Wyatt: [Little Uncle, didn’t you know?]

[What should I know?]

Finn Hale had rarely returned to the Old House recently.

The Northern Architecture Studio where Sussie Lopez worked was almost on holiday, and he hadn’t taken on new work, spending most of his time with her.

Wyatt Hale laughed, realizing he wasn’t the last to know.

[Little Uncle, you’re going to be a grandfather, surprised or not, unexpected or not?]

[Little Uncle, why aren’t you speaking?]

[Are you so happy that you’re struck dumb?]

Finn Hale stared at the messages, dazed, causing Sussie Lopez, who was sitting next to him drawing design plans, to ask, "What happened? It’s rare to see you so lost in thought?"

"I’m a grandfather."

"You’ve been a grandfather for a long time, haven’t you?" Sussie Lopez smiled.

"It’s different..." the relatives from the family, I only see them during holidays, hearing them call me grandfather a few times a year, I can accept that. Wyatt Hale being so excited obviously meant something was up with his dear nephew.

It meant soon there would be a little devil frequently calling him grandpa.

He’s quite the quick one.

I need to step up my game.

Sussie Lopez suddenly realized, observing his gaze becoming darker and more profound; she instantly understood what was on his mind.

She must pack her bags early, ready to return home for the Spring Festival.

Can’t provoke, can’t overcome...

Then she better run!