Her Return, His Regret by Natie

Chapter 112~ Prince Charming "Mommy, why don't we all sleep over at Daddy's place?" Ella asked while they were on their way back.

She looked at her brother for support and Ethan looked at Lora before saying, "Let's all sleep at Daddy's house tonight, Mommy. We will go back tomorrow." Ryan and Lora had agreed that the children would sleep over that night. Having never stayed with kids before, Ryan hired four nannies and four personal nurses to help him take care of the children in case of anything. However, hearing the children's suggestion, he couldn't be more thrilled. It would be better if he learnt how to take care of the twins from Lora.

He also wanted her to sleep over at their mansion which had been unoccupied for years. Even though they didn't have wonderful memories in it, it was still their first property as a married couple.

Looking at Lora, he uttered, "I think you should listen to the kids and sleepover at the mansion. It's hanyway... I know we said we will wait but I think it's ok since we will be with the kids." Lora bit her lower lip, knowing her mother wouldn't like this. She still didn't seem to want to warm up to Ryan.

Regardless, Lora couldn't say no to her kids. She smiled and nodded, "Ok. I'll sleep over too." "Yes!" Ella and Ethan exclaimed.

They were going to spend the night together as a family! The twins couldn't wait for the experience.

Soon, they arrived at the mansion and when they entered, Lora gasped.

"You were right. It's still the sas it used to be," she remarked, looking around.

The walls had the spaintings that Lora had picked out back then. There was also a portrait from their secret civil wedding.

Lora arched an eyebrow knowing it was never there six years ago.

The tips of Ryan's ears turned pink as he said, "I thought the living room could use a picture of us." Lora smiled. Her eyes fell on the vase on the coffee table. She had gotten that vase at a cheap store and people laughed at her for loving cheap things. However, she loved it because it was simple and didn't stand out too much. "You kept this too?" She remarked, her eyes softening.

"I didn't want to erase the only thing that remindedof you," Ryan responded. "So I left this place untouched." "Is this where we will stay forever and ever?" Ella asked and Ryan nodded.

"Yes, it is." "I love it! It's so nice!" Ella squeaked before running around.

"Careful, princess," Ryan said before turning to look at Lora.

"Should I draw you a bath?" He offered.

Lora's cheeks turned pink.

She recalled something and said, "Oh no... I don't have clothes here." "Who said you don't? You have plenty of clothes here because this is your home," Ryan replied. "You go up and freshen up as I watch the kids." Lora nodded and went upstairs. She went to the master bedroom and when she opened the walk-in closet, her jaw dropped to the floor.

The wardrobe was full of new clothes that were her size. Ryan had even purchased lingerie for her.

When she saw the fluffy handcuffs in the drawer, Lora giggled. 'I never knew Ryan had this side to him.' She mused.

After choosing ssimple pajamas, she went into the bathroom and soaked herself in a hot tub.

By the tLora was done, she found Ryan and the twins already in bed.

She arched an eyebrow seeing them all looking fresh, dressed in matching pajamas. It seemed Ryan had prepared the kids for bed already. "What's going on here?" She asked.

"We are sleeping together as a family," Ella remarked. "We've left space for you, Mommy. Cand sleep." Lora's heart fluttered.

She smiled and walked towards the bed before sliding into her side.

Ryan didn't have to use the kids to make them sleep together so Lora knew he genuinely wanted to sleep with them.

As they all settled in bed, Ella said, "This is the happiest day of our lives. We got to sleep as a family!" "Yeah... it feels good," Ethan chipped in.

Lora and Ryan glanced at each other before they smiled, warmth flickering through their eyes.

At the stime, in another part of the city.

Diane Kingsley was seated at the club, chugging down tequila shots like she was in a drinking competition. "Hey, givetwo more shots please!" She requested when she downed one more.

The bartender shook his head and said, "Miss, you've had enough shots. You should go home-" "Who said I had enough shots? The night is just getting started..." Diane responded, slurring.

She had pulled her hair into a ponytail and her cheeks were flushed from the alcohol, making her look cute. The bartender ignored her and Diane demanded, "Givea shot for a million! I just want a shot!" "I can give you shots and more, beautiful," a voice cfrom behind.

Diane turned her head around and squinted her eyes. When she saw that the man standing behind her looked like a thug, she spat, "Get lost!" The thug got angry.

He looked Diane over with a leering gaze as he said, "I was nice to you, but now I'm done being nice. You're coming withtonight, my love." Diane just scoffed and paid for her shots before getting to her feet. She didn't have tto entertain lunatics. Although she was drunk, she was still aware of her surroundings. No one could take advantage of her. However, just before she could walk away, the thug grabbed her hand and hissed, "I said you're going withtonight." Diane frowned and began to pull her hand away. "Let. Me. Go." The thug laughed like a maniac.

"Aren't you tough? Fightif you wantto let you go, hahaha-Ah!" The man shrieked in pain like a baby before he let go of Diane.

Diane's eyes widened when she saw the man who had pulled the thugh away from her. It was Alden Davis and be was in a black leather jacket, a white polo shirt and jeans. Aiden had twisted the thug's arm before saying dangerously, "Next et time, l'break your hand for touching someone you're supposed to. Now scram!"

Diane, in her drunken stupor, was in awe. Aiden really looked like Prince charming as he stopped the bad guy from harassing her. "What's going on? What are you doing here?" Aiden asked, arching an eyebrow. His dimples flexed even with his serious face, making him look hot.

Diane staggered, her eyes seeing double.

"I cto drink because I met my ex. He was with his wife and they mocked me! Those betrayers!!!" Diane yelled.

Since she was drunk, she didn't really care about what she said.

Aiden arched an eyebrow. He recalled her words when he mentioned that she had not been hurt before and a frown crossed his face. Guilt filled him when he realised how harsh he had been. He shouldn't have judged her when he didn't really know anything about her. He sighed and said, "I had a bad day too... but since it's not as bad as yours, I'll take you home. I'm a neighbour's keeper."