Chapter 244 Family Banquet

Frankly, I never thought I would meet your father in this situation.Looking at the street view outside through the car window, Adrian said with some depression.

Then under what circumstances do you want to see my dad?Wait until Mary starts to go to school or graduates from college?Jessica, who was sitting beside her, asked back, and Adrian was stuck.

I knew, Ed, you never thought about it.

Jessica sighed complainingly, if you can, you definitely hope my dad will never find out...his daughter has become the mother of the child.

Well, I admit, I did ignore this.

Adrian grabbed one hand and raised his other hand, but I never thought of never telling you father that such things could not be hidden forever. The sooner I told them, the greater the chance of obtaining understanding.Well, I want to say that Joshua's words may be a good thing for us.

real?Jessica blinked, you won't take your anger on Joshua, do you?

No, I promise.

Adrian said seriously, then looked at the street scene outside, coughed dryly, and asked as if nothing had happened: By the way, you said that your father almost went back to his room to get a gun after he knew you had even a child. Is that true?

Jessica suddenly laughed, her eyes curled like crescent moons, with a little smugness, very cute.

Don't worry, Ed.

She dragged her voice long, as if she had caught his vitals. My father is usually very kind, but he is more serious. Remember not to take the initiative to divert his gaze when looking at him, otherwise you will think you are guilty.

Her mouth was very open, and even her white teeth were exposed. If it were normal, Adrian would have to lean over and tease her mouth a few times, but now he just raised his eyebrows: OK.

Soon, the car drove to the destination, gave a few instructions to the driver, took out the gift he brought, a bottle of red wine from the expensive Dicchen winery Adrian then took Jessica to the door and rang the doorbell.

Soon, footsteps sounded on the other side of the door, and then Joshua appeared in front of them, making a very obvious relief move.

Hi Ed, welcome to our house.Joshua greeted them enthusiastically, then blinked at them and made a careful lip shape.

Hello Joshua, I'm so happy to see you.Adrian nodded and entered the room with Jessica.

The living room is not big, you can see Jessica's mother, Katherine Alba, who is playing with Mary next to the sofa, and Jessica's father, Mark Alba, who is sitting on the chair next to them, is Jessica's father, Mark Alba.

dad.Mary immediately noticed her parents' figure, and immediately called out loud, then threw down the toy in her hand, raised her arms and ran over shakingly.

Hey, Mary.

Adrian smiled and squatted down and picked her up, then bit her slim little face. The three-year-old little guy was pink and teddy. It was the cutest time. Have you had fun at grandparents' house?

Happy, grandma is good at telling stories and is not inferior to dad at all, but grandpa doesn't like to laugh.The little guy with a slutty voice said and looked at the Alba and his wife.

Mark, who had already stood up, changed his previous smile, looked at Adrian with a very unfriendly look, as if he hated him very much, and did not hide this at all.

Catherine kept a polite smile, but her eyes were quite complicated, and she was a little worried and helpless.

Adrian was about to speak, but he tilted his head back alertly, and the little guy who wanted to attack suddenly lost his head.

Mary, what did I say?This is not a good habit.Adrian stared at his daughter, unable to bite Mary but did not fuck her at all, but just kept giggling.

Is Dad’s ears so... delicious?

Adrian asked with some annoyance. She liked to bite his face when she was a few months old. Now she is over 3 years old and can't change it. It's really depressing.

Well Ah.

Mary immediately lit her head hard, as if she was on a clockwork. The few people around her mischievous and cute look couldn't help but laugh, except for Mark Alba.

Well, he still curled the corners of his mouth, but he still looked at Adrian very disgusted.

Jesse, are you sure Mary's hobbies are not inherited from you?Adrian looked at Jessica.

Why not you?Jessica asked with a smile, "We don't have this kind of hobby at home, but

She reached out and carried her daughter from his arms: I always thought that it was Mary venting her anger for me. She knew that her mother was wronged and she wanted to seek justice for her mother.

Adrian rolled his eyes, glanced at Joshua who was snickering, and then reached out to Jessica's mother: Hello, Catherine, I'm sorry I'm here to see you today, please call me Adrian or Ed.

Hello Adrian.Catherine still kept a complicated but polite smile and shook hands with him.

Hello Mark... Adrian turned to Mark, but the latter snorted: I think our relationship has not reached that point yet.

But then Catherine gently pushed her husband down, and then Mark reluctantly held his hand: You can do whatever you want.

Thanks.

Adrian maintained his demeanor until he let go and took a deep breath. The other party put some force on his hand. Although he didn't make him scream, it was not very pleasant.

Although Mark is a little shorter than him, he has served in the army and is very big, and his skin is relatively dark, so he feels oppressive when standing in front of him. It seems that this dinner is not so easy to eat today.

Although Mark Alba's attitude made the atmosphere in the living room stiff, it slowly became active again under the adjustment of Catherine Alba. In addition, Mark continued to express his disgust towards Adrian without reservation, he basically said nothing rude, so it was quite harmonious until dinner.

Frankly, it's not easy, because everyone knows that film schools don't like non-realistic works.But there is not a single opportunity. The Film Academy has been constantly seeking change and innovation in the past two years. It has absorbed young people and made itself look less old-fashioned, so I still have some confidence.

While using a pretty sumptuous dinner on the dining table, Adrian took advantage of Joshua's opportunity to bring the topic to the Oscars and explained his work to Catherine.

Since he was unable to communicate with his father for the time being, let's start with his mother. In fact, he kept pleasing Catherine through words all night, which did have some effect, but it also led to Catherine always using a pair of...

Look at yourself with sn in law.

Sounds pretty good.Katherine smiled and raised the cup. Maybe we should give you a cup and wish you a record.

Thanks.Adrian also raised the cup in his hand, took a sip and naturally picked up the tissue from the side, and wiped the corner of his mouth for Mary who was sitting beside him.

Be careful with your chin, and why didn’t you eat a single bean?After wiping, Adrian tapped her plate lightly again.

I don't like it.Mary pouted and shook her head in a coquettish way.

That won’t work. I’ve given you very little, so it’s not OK to eat anything.Adrian raised his finger and shook it, looking like a good dad.

But my sister said that we will fight against the big bad father.Mary was still pouting, and her serious appearance made Joshua and the others laugh.

Well, Mary, since that's the case, either choose to fight for failure or choose to fight for failure and pay the price, a big price.

Adrian said threateningly, the little guy blinked, and after a moment he finally reluctantly picked up the spoon and put the beans in the plate and delivered them into his mouth.

This is a good girl.Adrian praised, then turned his attention to the dining table, just capturing Catherine's not so beautiful face.

This is not surprising. Mary has said that her sister has been talking about her several times before, and she and Jessica have only one child, so you can imagine who her sister is.

Even if Catherine is very good at Adrian's demeanor, she may not be too happy in the face of this situation, but it doesn't matter. It's useless to just gain Catherine's favor alone to deal with this matter.

Well, Adrian.Mark spoke at this time, his eyes fixed on Adrian. As a Hollywood playboy, what do you think?

This is a fact.Adrian shrugged without shyness at all, I am indeed a playboy.

So is now.Mark raised his eyebrows.

It's Ah!

Adrian is still so calm. Even if Jessica glanced at him, dating different women always made me burst into inspiration and then transformed into works.For example, "Keep the Last Dance", it was just an ordinary dance story at the beginning. After I had an idea, I gave it to other screenwriters no longer pay attention to it. However, with constant contact with Jesse, some of her feelings made me suddenly remember this idea, and so the story everyone saw in the theater.Until now, I liked the dance that Jesse danced at the end, which was excellent.

After saying that, he smiled at Jessica in response, and Jessica lowered her head and bent her lips slightly, looking like she still missed that time.

Adrian said it sincerely, and at least the facts seemed to be true, but as parents, the Alba would never accept this statement.

But they also find it difficult to refute it, because no one is more in line with the description of this sentence than him. There are many directors who claim that women are their source of inspiration. Roman Rollandsky, Warren Beatty, Woody Allen, etc. have all expressed this, but compared with Adrian, it is a slight witch.

Not to mention the inspiration about Jessica just now, nor to the women who became famous because of him, and the ideas he provided for the entire group continuously, the five Oscar winners in five years alone are enough to make many people look at each other.

Even if it is different from abducting their daughter, it is difficult to talk to the powerful facts for the time being. Do you want to make a big fuss without any grace?

Don't forget, they invited him here.

So, Mark calmly asked another question: You have no plans to get married, right?

There has been something before, but now it is impossible.Adrian is still very sincere.

These words immediately made the atmosphere in the room subside. Catherine didn't say anything anymore, and Jessica fell into some thoughts. Joshua's eyes turned around and wanted to say something, but he never spoke.

The dinner came to an end. After packing up the table and staying in the living room for a few minutes, Adrian and Mark went to the room upstairs with him...

A conversation between men.

I don't like it, Mr. Cowell, not at all.After entering the room, Mark Alba said bluntly, even changing his name.

I can understand, Mark.

Adrian smiled distractedly. If Mary grew up and had a playboy, and even gave birth to a child at the age of 18, I would be very angry and wished I could kill him.

A simple sentence blocked what Mark was about to say. No matter what, he invited him to come, even if he had to do so.

So even if he wanted to kill someone with a gun after he found out, he should calm down now, so there is no need for Adrian to show weakness to Mark. He is not Jessica.

I did some research a little, Mr. Cowell, I believe there are still many girls like Jesse who have been deceived by you.After glaring at him for a while, Mark immediately said.

I think you used the wrong word.Adrian raised his finger and shook it. I had never deceived Jesse, she knew everything about me.

Jesse is my daughter, I know her very well, she is not the kind of frivolous girl, and I have reason to believe that you have hinted or threatened her to have to be with you.

Mark said sternly.

There is indeed one thing at the beginning, I never deny that if Jesse was leaving, I would not stop me, and I would send my blessings.

Adrian spread his hands, of course, Mary is my child and I will not hand her over to anyone.

Finally admit it?

Mark sneered and chased her. I have seen a young rich man and a playboy like you. Once you fall in love with a girl, you will chase her. When you get tired of playing, you will irresponsibly throw it aside and ignore it. Don’t pretend to be innocent in front of me, boy!

Adrian narrowed his eyes. He really didn't like Mark's attitude. What did he think he was?A criminal?

I believe you should be clear that Mark, Jesse and I are in compliance with the law.

He raised his eyebrows and said, then raised his index finger before the other party spoke. Do you know, Jesse came over and told me that when she accidentally got pregnant, there was actually a better solution: find a hospital for an abortion.I believe that with my strength, it is not difficult to find a hospital or doctor that can be sealed. Moreover, it is not troublesome to be pregnant for only three weeks. I will pay another nutrition fee to Jesse and never meet again. You may never know what she has experienced!

Mark's face turned darker.

But I haven't thought about this.

Adrian said quickly, "No for a second, it has nothing to do with whether Catholicism or fertilized eggs are alive. I made a decision from the beginning on what to do after the child is born. No matter what, the one in Jesse's belly is my child, and I will not let my child stay out."You can accuse me of being a playboy and being a bastard. You can say that I have a moral loss, but you can't say that I'm irresponsible!Absolutely not!

The fast but powerful words made Mark unable to speak for a moment.

Forgive me offense, Mark, maybe you care about Jesse, but in my opinion you are always just a half-qualified father.

Adrian also became increasingly unceremonious. Yes, you educated her very well. Frankly speaking, although Jesse likes to play, she can hold her bottom line in Hollywood more than most girls. It is your credit to Catherine, but you and you understand what she really wants in her heart.

You said I don't understand what my daughter wants?

Mark frowned, but Adrian continued without paying attention: I still remember the first time I saw Jesse, she was standing there, in the studio, in front of the camera, eager to show her charm and be recognized by people.But at the same time, she was very scared, what if she messed up?What if everyone doesn’t like it?She hoped to show that she was so scared, worried and insecure, and that conflicting feeling immediately attracted me, which was also the origin of "Keep the Last Dance".

He sighed: Jesse told me the story of her childhood, being sick, being hospitalized for a long time, moving around continuously, lacking friends, etc. At the same time, his parents were too strict with her.I don't want to say this is a mistake. There is no doubt that children need to be disciplined, but at the same time they cannot make them feel like they are trapped in a bird cage. Looking at the clouds in the sky, they dare not spread their wings and fly.This is the issue of communication. Mark, fathers are role models for children. They may become rebellious and disobedient when they grow up, but their father's former image will always remain in their hearts.Therefore, whether they are willing to communicate with you or whether they can talk to you depends on their communication methods.

Mark's expression was unstable.

Maybe you think that my play with Mary today is for you to show you to leave a good impression on you.

Adrian still keeps going, but you are wrong. I have been communicating like this with Mary, and I have communicated with all the children in this way. I think I can still be a good father.

You can't protect Jesse for the rest of your life, you can't always restrain her with your rules and regulations, Mark, but you can make her an umbrella that appears when needed, fighting for the wind and rain.

He said at last.