Chapter 400 Playing the Sympathy Card Works

Natalie tugged at Marcus with a mischievous gleam in her eye. "Didn't you say you wanted my mom to hug you so you could feel the motherly love you've never had? Well, now she's right here. Don't be shy!" Marcus immediately played along, his eyes filled with mock sorrow and vulnerability as he glanced toward Charlotte. "Mrs. Walker, is it alright?" Charlotte was momentarily speechless. William, observing the situation, let out a deep sigh. After a moment, he decided to speak up in support of Marcus. "Since Marcus has never experienced that kind of motherly love, Charlotte, just give him a hug. Think of it as doing a good deed." Charlotte could only sigh again. Taking the opportunity, Marcus meekly spoke up once more, "Mrs. Walker, may I?" "Fine! Just come here and give me a hug." Charlotte opened her arms, giving Marcus a gentle hug. As she did so, she patted his back. "Are your parents still not back?" she asked softly. Marcus' voice was muffled as he replied, "Yes, I've stopp