Chapter 373

Nancy joked with a teasing smile, "Too bad you're still in school. Otherwise, I'd hire you to help me take care of Wendy. But considering how expensive you must be, I doubt hiring you would be worth it." Colin responded with a playful wink. "Well, if we became a family, I could help with Wendy every day, and for free, too." Nancy chuckled. She knew he was just joking. "I'm afraid we don't have that kind of fate." But Colin gave her a mysterious smile. "You never know." Before she could reply, Colin gently handed Wendy back to her. He slung his backpack over one shoulder and ruffled Wendy's hair affectionately. "I'm heading out. I'll come visit you guys again when I have time." Wendy's face fell, her little lips forming a deep pout. It was clear she didn't want him to leave. Nancy waved at Colin as he walked away. After taking a few steps, he suddenly turned back. "Aunt Nancy, you're beautiful." Nancy quickly corrected him. "What do you mean by aunt? Just call me Nancy." Colin