Retribution
“Darling, he won’t come back asking for Nat again, right? I don’t want him to take her away.”
Ichika’s eyes welled up with tears as she spoke.
Given Ichika’s soft-hearted character, it was more than understandable that she would not bear to part
way with Nat after spending so much time together.
Staring at Brandon’s back, Solomon comforted, “Don’t worry. He won’t.”
In fact, that was what he really thought since he had made it clear to Brandon about the situation.
There was no reason for him to take the child, especially since he was currently in the prime of his
career.
The pair of couple thus believed that that was the end to this issue.
And things had indeed stayed that way until about a month later, a piece of mind-blowing news broke
out on the internet—TV Superstar Brandon Emmanuel Announces That He Quits Showbiz.
At the same time, Ellie was arrested by the police that night for allegedly engaging in various illegal
acts, including bribery and illegal contractual dealings.
That news immediately caused a frenzy in the entire entertainment industry.
Various media also suffered severe crashes.
It was simply appalling!
Meanwhile, at Jadeborough, Sasha had just learned about it and immediately tried to find out more in
the group chat.
Sasha: @Solomon What’s up with Brandon? Why did he suddenly quit showbiz? Anyway, please be
wary as I think he’ll go and look for you guys.
Solomon said nothing.
Ichika: Sha, what do you mean by that?
Accompanying that text were a few fearful and sobbing emojis.
Sabrina: Can’t believe that dude would go to such an extent. He’s going all out to achieve what he
wants, huh?
Devin: I guess his career in the showbiz is ruined.
Ichika replied with a couple of crying emojis.
Even Sebastian, who had not been active in the chat, commented something this time.
Sebastian: It’s time he grows up.
Rufus: Yeah, I agree with Sebastian. Brandon has always been a child. It’s a good thing if he grows up
overnight because of that matter.
Jonathan: Then, what about the kid? Will you guys allow him to take her back?
Ichika only replied with even more crying emojis.
The group chat suddenly fell into silence.
With how the situation turned out to be, it was almost impossible for them to keep the child with them
even if they wanted to.
There were no excuses for them to reject someone who would even be daring and willing to give up on
his promising future.
Three days later, what they feared most happened. Dressed rather casually in a gray windbreaker and
a cap, Brandon arrived at Hillside Villa in an MPV. He had added all kinds of safety equipment for
children in his car.
“Solomon, I’m here to fetch her home.” Looking refreshed, he stood before the villa and said calmly
while looking into Solomon’s eyes.
Without saying anything, Solomon turned behind and stole a glance at the teary-eyed Ichika. He then
turned back to Brandon and asked, “Are you alone?”
“Yeah, rest assured. I won’t let the Emmanuels lay their hands on Nat. I’ve already bought a house in
Netheria. I plan to settle down with her over there. Also, you guys don’t have to worry about me taking
care of the child either. I’ll learn the ropes of becoming a father and also hire the best nanny for her.”
That dazzling celebrity aura that Brandon used to exude had vanished completely. Standing right under
the bright sun, he was nothing but an average man.
That said, he was still as outstanding as before as his facial features were simply too eye-catching.
Sensing that the man before him had become much more steady and matured than before, Solomon
pursed his lips and turned behind. “Ichika, pass him the child.”
Ichika instantly felt a little disheartened.
Nevertheless, she had no choice but to walk forward with the child in her arms. On her other arm, she
was also lugging onto several bags of baby products that they had packed.
He grabbed the bags over and carried the child into his arms. Lowering his head, he took quite some
time before he managed to push his thoughts out of his mouth. “Thank you so much. Fret not; I’ll get in
touch with you guys regularly. Even if we leave for Netheria, you two will still be her parents. I won’t
change her name either, so she’ll still be called Nat instead of Wylie. I like that name for it sounds like
Willow.”
“A-Alright…” Solomon nodded in response.
Brandon took the child with him and left Avenport the following day.
As for the Emmanuels, they had not seen Brandon for almost a month ever since the day he created
chaos in the house. It was only after watching the news that they had learned about his departure.
Seeing the news online, they were of course in hysteria.
“Where’s Brandon? Where is he? That bast*rd! He didn’t even inform us before making such a huge
decision! I want him back here now!”
Matilda was blazing with anger.
The Emmanuels had depended on Brandon financially for the past few years after Sebastian stopped
supporting them.
Hence, Brandon’s announcement was like a bomb dropped on the Emmanuels.
Without further delay, Philip rushed out to look for Brandon. In the meantime, Lyla also hastened back
home upon hearing that news.
Yet, the news they heard was that Brandon had already left with the child.
“Mr. Philip, Mrs. Emmanuel, Brandon has asked me to let you know that you don’t have to look for him.
He has left five million for you guys, and he’ll return to visit when he has the time.”
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