Chapter 73 A Storm

Grandpa Jennings, who was also expecting an answer, looked at Myles as his eyes lit up. He looked calm, but a storm was surging in his heart. Myles was 27 that year. He was old enough to start a family and build his own career. Needless to say, they were anxious. While Grandpa Jennings and Mrs. Jennings were still waiting for an answer, Mr. Jennings' mind began to wander to outer space. In a trance, Myles recalled the madness and pleasure he experienced the night before. The way Annie had looked so shyly beneath him was still vivid in his mind. Her sweetness left him with a lingering aftertaste. He felt restless at the thought of it. With that in mind, Myles stood up. His tall figure towered over Mrs. Jennings's slightly chubby body. He said slowly, "It's only a matter of time before she gets pregnant, so don't worry. I have to go back to the office to sort things out. Don't bother with the gossip. On the other hand, please trust me that I haven't misjudged her." Myles strode out