Chapter 77

Cynthia widened her eyes in shock and asked incredulously, "Are you sure you aren't joking?" Zachary gave a cold grunt and raised an eyebrow in response. "Do I look like I'm joking?" He didn't. Zachary was known for his strict, no-nonsense demeanor. But regardless if it was a joke or not, this was not okay. "This is Dolly's home, and it's not appropriate for you to stay here. Finish your pasta and go home. I'll cook you a proper meal another day. Oh, and if you find it inconvenient for Mason to stay with you tonight, you can leave him here. I'll bring him over tomorrow morning," Cynthia said decisively, leaving him no room for discussion. Zachary's gaze deepened. Most women would jump at the chance to have him stay over, but she turned him down without hesitation! This made him unhappy. No one could chase him away; he would only leave on his own terms. He said coldly, "I'll hold you to that meal. Now, keep quiet. I'll sleep on the bed with the children. You can find your own spot