Chapter 70

Most netizens remained sharply critical and resistant to Judy. Therefore, the Willis family's investment in the movie promoting Judy—remember that low-budget office dance?—could be deemed a miserable failure, resulting in the complete loss of their invested capital and significant financial losses for the Willis family.

Karen blamed all of this on Elvis, believing that if it weren't for her cunning schemes, the Willis family wouldn't have suffered such a huge financial setback. Karen arranged for Judy to engage in charity work with great fanfare to salvage her popularity.

Elvira wasn't concerned about the Willis family's affairs. Her top priority was removing Marsh from the Willis family home. No matter how problematic Marsh's personality was, as his older sister, she couldn't bring herself to give up on him. She warned him to correct his behavior after he left that environment.

She was just Marsh's sister, not his legal guardian. She lacked the authority to remove Marsh from the Willis family home. The only person who could do this was his biological mother, Rowena.

For her brother's sake, however unwilling she was, she called her biological mother. The phone rang unanswered. After three calls, someone picked up leisurely and said, "Hello? What's the matter!"

Elvira felt a pang of sadness at the familiar, indifferent voice, but she had to speak. "Mom, it's me, Elvira," she said. "I need you to return to the country to handle something. Marsh can't stay at the Willis family home any longer; he'll become completely useless. Can you return and demand custody of him from the Willis family and let him stay with me?"

"Elvira, it's not that I don't want to return," Rowena said. "It's just that I can't leave. Sandy is still in college and can't be without me. Marcus is taking his high school entrance exam this year, a critical time. If I leave, it will affect his performance. Besides, even if I return, the Willis family won't give me custody of your brother. He's their only male heir," Rowena blabbered. All her reasons were excuses; she refused to return to handle Marsh's custody.

Elvira felt extremely angry. She wanted to lash out but felt powerless. She thought, I shouldn't have made this call. This biological mother of Marsh and I only care about the children of her true love. Didn't we see that before?

Elvira didn't want to say another word. She hung up silently, refusing to listen to her biological mother's heartbreaking words.

When Zach returned, he carried dessert and flowers. He'd specifically asked his assistant how he usually wooed his girlfriend. The assistant gave him plenty of advice, and he felt he'd learned a great deal.

He walked in and saw Elvira sitting on the sofa, arms around her knees, looking unhappy. His heart ached. He immediately placed the flowers and dessert on the coffee table, then scooped Elvira into his lap and asked with concern, "What's wrong? Who made you unhappy? Tell me, and I'll avenge you."

Elvira was so preoccupied with her upset over her mother that she didn't even notice Zach until he put down his things.

"It's because of Marsh's situation," Elvira said. "Don't worry. I'm fine. His problems weren't formed in a day or two, so expecting them to be solved that quickly isn't realistic." Elvira wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him. Seeing him made her happy.

"What your brother lacks is the right guidance," Zach said. "Even though I've only met him once, I can tell he's very smart. He won't continue like this forever." Zach could sense Marsh was cunning and scheming; he wasn't actually foolish. As long as someone was willing to guide him, he would definitely be able to return to the path of success and achieve great things in the future.

"Okay, I get it," Elvira said. "What delicious treats did you buy? Wow, it's dessert, and it's the chocolate flavor I crave! The flowers are so beautiful. Hubby, you really know how to choose. I'll reward you." Elvira kissed Zach's lips again.

Zach was in a better mood after his wife's praise. He hugged and kissed her repeatedly; he couldn't bear to let go. He thought, Who wouldn't love a wife who is so emotionally intelligent and doesn't dampen the mood!

After dinner, Elvira didn't freshen up. Instead, she sat on the sofa and opened her laptop to work. Zach came out of the kitchen after washing the dishes. Seeing she hadn't showered as usual, he leaned over and asked, "You don't want to shower first, huh?"

Elvira glared at him angrily and said, "If I were to shower, would I still be able to get out of bed?"

Zach thought about it and realized Elvira was right. Every time she showered, they showered together, followed by cuddling and intimacy. Perhaps he had been abstinent for too long. Now that he was indulging, he couldn't control himself; he kept pestering her every night.

"Don't you want me?" Zach said, kissing her neck from behind the sofa.

Elvira was ticklish. "Stop teasing me," she said. "Of course, I want you too. You're so cute and handsome."

"So, what are you doing now?" Zach said. "Let's take a shower together." Zach took the laptop from her lap and carried her to the bathroom.

Elvira was so angry that she bit his chin and said, "If this continues, both of us will be exhausted."

"I'll get Grandma to cook us some nutritious food to restore our energy," Zach said seriously.

Elvira was speechless, thinking, Is he afraid that Tracy won't know we overindulge in making love every day?

"You're not afraid of Tracy laughing at us, but I am!" Elvira said angrily, hitting him.

"Don't worry," Zach said. "Grandma is experienced. She won't laugh at us." Zach went to the bathroom and placed Elvira on the washstand to kiss her.

Elvira wrapped her arms around his neck and raised her head slightly for him to kiss. Soon, both were aroused. Half their clothes were removed; Elvira's shirt was pushed up to her waist. Zach kissed her even harder until Elvira took the initiative to express her strong desire for him. Zach smiled faintly and leaned forward. At that moment, he met her lips and engulfed her...

After their passionate encounter in the bathroom, Elvira was very weak, feeling boneless. Zach was still energetic. He personally helped her dry herself and blow-dry her hair—he was already familiar with the routine. Elvira enjoyed his care.

After taking care of Elvira, Zach blow-dried his short hair. After a few passes, he returned to the bed and hugged Elvira, who extended her flawless, delicate fingers to pinch Zach's chin. "Mr. Gilbert, it's time for you to be honest with me about something, right?" she asked.

When Zach heard Elvira's words, his heart skipped a beat. He furrowed his attractive brows slightly. He knew this moment would eventually come. In fact, he'd always wanted to come clean, but as time passed, he grew more and more fond of her, making it increasingly difficult to say it.

No matter the reason, no one liked being deceived. Therefore, at this moment, he was so nervous his body tensed up. He was truly afraid that Elvira would be disappointed because he had kept something from her previously.