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Chapter 1776: A War Without Victors (Part 226)
Chapter 1776: A War Without Victors (Part 226)
"He's so gentle!" Louise exclaimed, watching Albert and Isabella embrace, her body half-slumped in Isabella's arms. Valeria, nestled in Isabella's embrace, hummed softly, "Albert seems so curious. Have you never tried this before?"
"He's very protective of my safety," Isabella replied, caressing the beauty in her arms with a smile. "Are you envious?"
"Yes, it's quite enviable," she admitted.
Valeria glanced at the intertwined couple and pouted, "But a lover is still just a lover. It's not the same as being a wife."
"If you're envious, then hurry up and have a child!" Isabella gently stroked Valeria's golden hair, soothingly reminding her, "Otherwise, at a certain age, it'll be difficult for the body to fully recover."
"So, do you want another one?"
"Albert didn't insist, but I plan to have another. I'd like a boy to carry on the Anderson surname," Isabella shared.
"What if it's a girl?" Valeria asked, raising an eyebrow.
"There's also Katrina," Isabella said without hesitation. "Even if Katrina is a girl, there's still you. Albert has many lovers, but not all his descendants will be girls."
"Katherine has a son," Valeria mumbled.
"That's her heir."
"You don't mind if Albert chooses a lover's child as his heir?"
"Why would I mind?" Isabella asked calmly. "We need a child to carry on the Anderson surname. As for wealth, Albert's greatest asset has never been Galleons, but his knowledge."
Valeria fell silent.
The luxurious villa they were in was a testament to Albert's wealth, but she had to admit that Isabella was right. Albert's greatest asset was indeed his knowledge. Just look at the witch he had casually enchanted—she was like a hen that laid golden eggs continuously.
"When does Katrina plan to have a child?"
Valeria looked up at Katrina, who was whispering to Katherine.
"Maybe soon, or next year. What about you? Do you want a child now?"
Katrina, still young, wasn't in a hurry.
Undeniably, Isabella's words had sparked a small desire in Valeria, but she hadn't made up her mind. Whenever the topic came up, she subconsciously denied it.
"Children are troublesome to take care of!"
This was the main reason for Valeria's hesitation. She really didn't want to invest her time and energy into raising a child.
"I think you should consider this carefully," Katrina advised kindly. "A child is the crystallization of your love with Albert and the continuation of your lives."
"I think Katrina is right. Only with a child will your bond remain strong. Otherwise, when you're old, who would want an old woman as a lover? Isn't it easier to find a younger girl?"
Janira felt Valeria was being foolish. Being a lover was a profession that fed on youth. Even with beauty potions to maintain her body, how long could her youthful appearance last? Ten years? No, at Valeria's age, she'd enter the aging phase in just a few years.
In this regard, Janira felt she had the most say in her family.
Janira hugged Albert from behind, resting her head on his neck and whispering softly into his ear, "I plan to have a child soon, maybe even this year." She gently nibbled on his ear.
"What about your work?"
Albert had just settled the tired Louise.
Janira was a famous singer, and once pregnant, it would likely stir up half of Europe's fans. At that time, he would probably suffer as well.
"You can take a vacation and say you're searching for inspiration for songwriting!" Janira turned and sat directly on Albert's body, stating without hesitation, "Mom said that after the child is born, she'll help me with the aftermath, and it won't affect my current work."
"You two!"
Valeria was almost speechless with anger. If she had this treatment, she would also want a child to consolidate her position. But Valeria had abandoned her hometown and terrible family, and being alone, if she had a child, she could only take care of it herself.
Moreover, having a child could easily damage one's body, especially since her body wasn't as young as it was a few years ago. (European girls have a short blooming period.)
"If you want a child, you should do it soon. As for taking care of the child, you can spend money to find help." After Katherine had a child, her grandfather helped manage everything, and it didn't cause her too much trouble.
"I'll think about it some more!"
Valeria was indeed a bit tempted, though she was reluctant to admit it. But among all the lovers, she held the lowest position, essentially being Katherine's vassal.
Just as Janira said, if she completely aged, losing her youthful appearance and physical advantages, how could she continue this already thin relationship?
Albert had specially prepared potions for the girls, and Valeria's figure and appearance would likely last longer than ordinary people. By then, she should have accumulated enough wealth... but she would also be old. No one wanted to become an extra person.
"What about Hermione Granger? Why didn't she come to this gathering?" Valeria changed the topic.
"Hermione isn't interested in gatherings, and she ate in advance."
Speaking of this, Katrina was still dissatisfied. Because of Hermione's relationship, Albert obviously didn't have the same energy as before, and his body hadn't fully recovered.
"Hermione probably won't want a child in the short term."
Albert did know some of Hermione's thoughts. That girl was now more focused on her future work.
Once the news of her pregnancy before marriage spread, it would have a terrible impact on her reputation and career.
"When will Avalon be ready?" Isabella suddenly asked.
"I'm not sure. Recently, they messed things up again. Next, there's Cedric and the Weasley twins' wedding, so we'll probably have to wait a bit longer."
Albert had handed Avalon's matter over to Shanna to handle.
As for the outcome, he didn't have much confidence either. But as long as they weren't fools, they should know what to do to make the best choice.
"Alright, it's time to rest!" Albert gestured for Janira to stop bothering him and got off his body.
"It's my turn tonight!"
Janira kissed Albert's cheek and giggled as she pushed him down.
(End of Chapter)
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