Chapter 718

Naomi opened a document on her computer. She said, "If Brendan wishes to stay out there, just leave him be." Christine, however, refused to let it go. Suddenly, she raised her voice. "How could you do that? Work is already tiring enough for both of you. If you're not even getting proper rest at night, your body will not be able to take it. "You should go and talk to Brendan, Naomi. Get him to go home earlier and get some rest." Then, she added, "Or, do you want to ask if he wants to sleep with Bryson?" Christine felt bad for Brendan. Naomi turned toward her and said, "How about you go down instead, Mom? You are his elder. I'm sure he'll listen to you." Christine furrowed her brows. "That won't work. He's here for you and Bryson. Why would you have me go out there?" Christine tidied the things on Naomi's desk and threw the unwanted stuff into the trash. She thought to herself, "If I went down to talk to Brendan, how are you both going to talk it out?" At this thought, Christ