Chapter 490: Chapter 490



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“What homework to think of a name?” Amanda took out milk and put it on the table in the room.

She listened vaguely to what Theresa said and blinked her big round eyes as she asked, “What are they whispering when I’m not here?”

Theresa reached up and pinched his face, “Cheeky girl, why are you being such a busybody?”

“Ouch, it hurts…” the girl flashed her shiny white little teeth as she frowned. It didn’t really hurt, as Theresa was just messing with her and wasn’t really using any force, but the girl was good at acting.

Theresa laughed, “You’ll be a good stage actress in the future.”

“I’ll be famous in no time, judging by the way I look,” Amanda said, sounding a little worried, “What if too many people like me?”

Theresa was speechless.

She looked up and stared at the ceiling in silence. Who was it that taught this girl to be so narcissistic?

“Yes, yes, you need to eat now since you still have classes later.” Theresa carried the breakfast to the table and placed it in front of them. She opened the lid of the milk that was on the table and placed it next to the tray of food. She told them, “Eat quickly. I’ll take you later.”

Andrew shook his head, “It’s close, we can go on our own. You don’t have to drive us. Besides, did our mother go to bed late again last night?”

His kindergarten was in the area, he didn’t need to go far. It had been a month since he had started kindergarten and he was already familiar with the route.

Theresa nodded, “Yes, your mother wants to be a superwoman.”

“When she comes back, I have to tell her not to work so hard and not to rest. She can’t take care of herself, but she has to take care of the baby. I can’t let my brother or sister not be able to come into the world safely.”

Amanda was talking while eating and her speech was unclear as she had food in her mouth, but Theresa understood what she was saying. She felt melancholy, she knew what had happened to Dolores as they had had a long talk when she first returned.

She was surprised at her new identity and regretted that the god of fate made a fool of himself. He envied the relationship between Dolores and Matthew. They went through so much to be together, and now….

She lowered her eyes, trying not to show her emotions in front of the children.

“How about I call you Renee?” said Andrew suddenly.

Theresa and Amanda were puzzled, looked at him quizzically.

Andrew sighed and shook his head, he thought adults these days were not to be trusted. He said helplessly, “Theresa, you said you wanted me to give you a new name.

Don’t you remember?”

Amanda’s eyes widened, “Theresa, you want my brother to give you a new name? Are you serious? He only knows how to eat.”

Theresa laughed at what they said, she patted him lightly on the head, “Let’s not knock your brother down so soon. Let’s see his reasoning behind the name. If he can’t give me a good reason, then I won’t use it.”

“Agreed.” Amanda nodded. She was a little jealous, her brother was more popular with the kindergarten teachers, and now Theresa was asking her to give him a new name.

She felt a little left out.

“In my heart, you are like a Phoenix reborn. Strong, beautiful and yet tender. The name ‘Renée’ is the French form of the late Roman name ‘Renatus’ and the meaning is to be reborn or born again, so the name ‘Renee’ is very fitting for you, Theresa.”

I knew Theresa had hurt herself badly before. Her face looked different now because of that incident, yet she was still living strong. She always appeared cheerful and happy in front of him and her sister, but he knew she had to be hurting inside.

No one would stop caring about her appearance.

Least of all a woman. She was still beautiful, but she didn’t look as spiritual and kind as she used to. This was something she couldn’t get back.

Amanda lowered her head and ate in silence after hearing what her brother said. She didn’t say anything else.

Her brother was really adorable.

She shouldn’t be jealous. She decided to follow in her brother’s footsteps in the future. Her brother had a lot of knowledge.

Theresa was surprised, she didn’t expect Andrew to give her a good reason and even have a message behind the new name. This kid was a genius. And why were they already teaching them poems in kindergarten? “An… Andrew, did your teacher teach you that?”

Andrew shook his head, “My teacher never would. They would only teach us things like 1 plus 1 equals 2. They think we’re stupid. I wouldn’t go to kindergarten if it wasn’t for Mom, it’s a waste of time.”

Theresa was even more confused. She learned something the teacher didn’t teach in class, which means she learned it on her own.

Unbelievable.

“Renee. So we’re going to call you Aunt Renee from now on, okay?” Andrew’s bright eyes widened, his refined but boyish face looking serious as he waited for a response from Theresa.

Theresa accepted his suggestion. She thought the boy was thoughtful. She was still curious as to how he had come up with the idea.

“Can you tell me where you read this poem?”

“In Mom’s room. She has lots of books and I happened to come across this one. Mom doesn’t even know what it means. She looked it up and didn’t close the tab, so I accidentally saw it on her tablet. That’s how I know what it means.”

Theresa was relieved. He was talented with numbers at such a tender age, it would be abnormal for him to be talented with ancient poems as well.

He was blessed in heaven to have such a good brain.

The children finished their breakfast and Theresa sent them off to kindergarten. Dolores woke up when Theresa came home. Theresa was wearing a rash guard when she went out, she took it off when she returned. “You must be hungry, I’m going to fix you something.”

“No need, I can fix something myself.” Dolores brought out some rice while Theresa cleared the table, “Dolores, I’ve changed my name.” Dolores looked at her quizzically, did she change her name?

“Why did you change your name all of a sudden?”

“Your son said I was reincarnated. My face and voice changed, I should change my name too…”

“What nonsense is that child saying…”

“Dolores, listen.” Theresa interrupted her. Her face and tone of voice were serious, as if she was trying to tell Dolores that she wasn’t joking, “I think Andrew is right. I am a new me now, and I really like the name he suggested.”

Dolores grimaced. He was still a child, he wouldn’t know what to name someone.

It would be awful if he suggested a bad name, “Theresa…”

“Sound good Renee?” Theresa interrupted Dolores again. She knew what Dolores was going to say. Dolores had to think that Andrew was still a boy and wouldn’t know how to name someone.

“It’s pretty, isn’t it, are you also surprised that your son could give me such a pretty name?” Theresa watched Dolores’ expression change. Dolores was surprised, but quickly regained her normal expression.

“I already promised your son. I’ll be called Renee from now on.” It wasn’t often that Theresa smiled so brightly. Dolores hugged her and was glad she was happy.

It was just a name, no big deal.

Dolores finished her breakfast. Then she changed and set out for the workshop. Oscar gave her an Alphard, a high-end minivan. The exterior and interior of the car were of high quality. At first, Dolores did not want to accept the gift; she wanted to buy a car. A minivan would be convenient for taking her children. It was spacious and comfortable, the children would also have plenty of room in the back.

But Oscar threatened her to accept it, otherwise he would not help her anymore in the future.

Dolores had to accept his offer as she still needed his help. She was not familiar with the area and so she still needed Oscar to help her, especially when it came to buying things.

The embroidery teachers she needed were also all sought out by Oscar. If she had to do it herself, who knew how long it would take.

Theresa was the driver and Dolores sat in the back seat. She sat by the window. The sun wasn’t too strong and the car window had sunscreen film on it. It was not too bright and she could look outside.

They passed this road many times and Dolores was already familiar with the scenery. She leaned back and stroked the small bulge in her abdomen with her hand.

The traffic light turned red and she glanced at the pedestrians passing by on the street. Unconsciously she glanced up at one of the tall buildings and the news on the big screen caught her attention. More precisely, the word “WY Group” on the big screen caught her attention.

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