Eric was prepared to use Andy as a shield, fearing that Lora would entangle herself further in trouble.

"Alright," Andy agreed.

No matter how one sliced it, he was the stepfather of two children. When the teacher needed to confer with the parents, it was still preferable for him to attend.

Eric heaved a sigh of relief, thinking he could avoid encountering Lora for now.

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After work in the afternoon, Andy headed to the school to pick up the two children.

Handing the children over to Andy, L