I’m Someone Else

Chapter 97

“I’ve missed you so much, son!” Norman’s eyes welled up with tears, feeling guilty toward his son.

Eira Denver, Olivia’s birth mother, was still alive when Gavin was young, and Norman was fearful of her. After all, she was of the prominent Denver Family. Plus, the Denvers supported him in many ways during his campaign to become the patriarchy of the Pearson Family. Though Eira never forbade him from being with other women, he still feared upsetting her. Hence, he could only send Gavin and Lilith abroad.

However, just when Eira finally passed, her father, Harrison, stepped forward and forbade him from bringing Gavin into the Pearson Family. Helpless, Norman had to let his son continue living overseas.

Over the years, Norman would dream about his beloved son almost every night and longed for a reunion. When it became too much to bear, he would go overseas to visit them on the pretext of a business trip. However, that was not a long-term solution.

This time, Terrence finally convinced his father-in-law, and he could finally openly welcome them back as a mother and son. As such, how could Norman not be excited?

“Dad, what is up with you?” Gavin was rather perplexed and turned to his mother for help.

Lilith quickly came to her precious son’s rescue. “What is up with you, Norman? Why are you crying? Is this how the patriarch of the Pearson Family should behave? It would be quite a joke if this got out!” Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

“You don’t understand…” Norman shook his head.

“Alright, that’s enough. It’s our reunion today. Don’t spoil the mood by crying,” said Lilith with a smile before handing Norman a tissue. “Wipe your tears away. We should be celebrating.”

At that, Norman let go and took the tissue to wipe his tears. “You’re right. What an idiot I am to cry on such a joyous day, haha! The sun is finally shining on us!”

Afterward, the family of three lounged in the living room and chatted idly.

“By the way, where are Olivia and Ophelie? Are they home?” Norman finally remembered that he not only had a son but also two daughters—how nice of him.

At the mention of the two daughters, Lilith turned grim. “Oh, they’re home, alright. However, they went straight to their bedrooms when they saw me.”

“I see.” Norman nodded. “Don’t mind them. They just don’t know you well. I’m sure they won’t be so distant anymore after you guys spend some quality time together.”

However, Lilith disagreed, quirking her lips disdainfully. “Well, I’m afraid your two precious daughters don’t see it that way…”

Judging from Lilith’s behavior, Norman knew at once that his two daughters had pissed his dear wife off. At that, he promised, “Don’t worry, I’ll make sure they apologize to you during the reunion lunch later.”

“Reunion lunch? Are you hearing yourself, Norman? Do you really think those two girls are so considerate? I told them about the reunion lunch earlier, and guess what they did? They turned me down right off the bat! Do you think they’d apologize to me? Huh! You’re too naive.”

“I, um…” Awkwardness quickly overcame Norman. He had to admit that it was something Olivia and Ophelie could possibly do. They were like their late mother—assertive and obstinate.

Sigh! Norman sighed. “Whatever. If they don’t want to go, so be it. Trouble will only arise if they attend.”

“Very well.” Lilith was delighted that the girls refused to attend the lunch. They don’t like me, and I can’t be bothered to care about them either. Let them do whatever they want. After all, I’m the future matriarch of the Pearson Family. As if those two brats can cause any substantial trouble!

However, Gavin had other thoughts. “Don’t, Dad! I think you should still try and convince them. Unless they don’t consider themselves as a Pearson, how can they not be there when it’s a family reunion lunch? Besides, I’m hoping to build a good relationship with them over lunch.”

Norman gazed gratifyingly at his precious son. That’s my boy! He had been worried that the three of them wouldn’t get along, but who’d have thought Gavin would take the initiative to improve their relationship?! He was truly his son, showing great leadership qualities.

“Alright, I’ll go talk to them right away!”

Norman opened the bedroom door without knocking to find Olivia and Ophelie sitting in front of the computer, watching a movie.

“Stop whatever you’re doing and come downstairs to chat with everyone. We still have a family reunion lunch later.”

“You guys should go ahead. Don’t mind us,” Ophelie replied stiffly. Just the thought of Gavin already upset her, yet her father expected her to join them for lunch! As if!

“Why not?” Rage began boiling within Norman. “Lilith is to become your mother, and Gavin is your half- brother! It’s the more reason you two should be closer to them! Besides, they’ve finally returned after wandering overseas for so many years. Don’t ruin the fun!”

Alas, the mention of Gavin only infuriated Ophelie further. “Can you stop nagging?! I already said we’re not going!”

Wandering overseas? Huh, more like living a grand life there! I bet you sent them a ton of money every month! Wandering, my foot! Also, I’m sure she’s nowhere decent when her son is so pathetic! Also, is she going to become my mother? Huh, don’t make me puke!

“Ophelie Pearson!” Norman lost his temper and instinctively raised his arm.

“What are you doing?!” Olivia questioned at once. “Was hitting me yesterday not enough for you, so you want to hit Ophelie too?!”

Ophelie was the only person in this family who treated Olivia genuinely well. Hence, she would never allow her little sister to be harmed.

Guilt hit Norman at once, and he quickly put his arm down. “Please, girls. If you don’t go, it’ll be hard for me as a father. Also, Gavin said he wants to be closer to you. You—”

“As if I’d want to be closer to that swine!” Ophelie barked before Norman could even finish his words. Everything Gavin said was still ringing in her ears. What sicko flirts with their sisters?! Be closer to Olivia and me? Huh, I’d be an idiot to believe that’s what he wants.

“How dare you!” Norman could no longer withhold his anger anymore and slapped Ophelie across the face.