Revenge is best served cold novel Chapter 276

Hearing Mrs. Simpson's words, I couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed. My mind raced as I tried to come up with an explanation that would make me seem less gullible.

"Judith…" I hesitated, trying to find the right words.

Ever since yesterday, Judith had insisted that I stop calling her Mrs. Simpson.

She waved her hand dismissively. "I know, I know. You young people are always willing to believe in all sorts of things. I completely understand."

Seeing that she had smoothly covered for me, I decided not to explain further. Instead, I just let out an awkward laugh and let the matter drop.

Judith turned to Zeke with a stern look. "Zeke, aren't you going to apologize? How could you trick someone like that?"

Zeke pouted, looking reluctant, but he still obediently muttered, "I'm sorry…"

I quickly waved my hands. "It's fine, really! Kids always have these wild imaginations. It was actually kind of fun."

Hearing that, Zeke's eyes instantly lit up.

He then turned toward Mr. Simpson and Judith. "I like Ms. Brown! Can she play with me?"

Hearing this, Mr. Simpson picked Zeke up and shook his head. "Ms. Brown has her own work to do. She can't always play with you."

Zeke's excitement dimmed instantly, his head dropping in disappointment.

Feeling a little guilty, I hesitated before saying, "I can take you out this Saturday."

After all, I usually just rested at home on weekends. Spending some time with a kid didn't seem like a big deal. Though… I wasn't sure how Eric would feel about it. Just as that thought appeared in my head, I quickly shook my head and tossed it out of my mind.

Mr. Simpson looked at me, genuinely surprised. "Are you sure? You're okay spending a whole day with him?"

I nodded. "It should be fine."

Mr. Simpson shook his head, looking completely at ease. "What's there to read? I'd just be wasting time. I trust you."

Then, with a mischievous glint in his eyes, he whispered, "Besides, you're willing to babysit Zeke for a whole day. At this point, you're practically a saint to us."

"Huh?" I blinked, feeling a little confused.

Sure, Zeke was energetic, maybe even a little too smart for his age, but watching over him for one day didn't seem that difficult.

I figured Mr. Simpson and Judith were just getting older and probably didn't have the energy to keep up with him anymore.

So, I patted my chest confidently. "Don't worry, Mr. Simpson. I've got it all covered on Saturday."

Hearing this, Mr. Simpson looked at me for a long moment. There was not just appreciation in his expression but also a flicker of admiration.