Free Web NovelChapter 34: Chapter 34 Yummy yummy.
Ivy soon stepped back from the cross bomb and heaved a heavy sigh she hadn’t even realized she’d been holding. Her chest rose and fell slowly as she tried to steady her breathing. For a brief moment, she simply stood there, gathering herself.
Her gaze drifted around the tower, taking in everything she had built so far.
An A-grade gift pack had actually rewarded her this much.
Just imagining what she could gain if she accomplished even more made her heart race with anticipation. The possibilities felt endless.
If this is what I get now... then what happens if I push further?
Her eyes flickered with determination.
Just thinking about it, Ivy recalled that her combat deployment was still only at fifty percent. If she could increase that...
Then there was no doubt that greater rewards would follow.
But then her expression slowly shifted into a thoughtful frown.
"What exactly do I need to do?" she muttered under her breath, placing a hand thoughtfully against her chin. "Is it because I’m not training enough?"
She paused.
A soft, helpless sigh escaped her lips.
"It’s not like I can even train properly in this condition..."
Her free hand instinctively moved to her stomach, resting there gently.
There was no denying she possessed enhanced strength now, but even that had limits especially with her being heavily pregnant. Certain movements, certain intensity levels... they were simply off-limits.
Her expression softened almost instantly.
"Well... I just have to wait until I give birth to you, little pumpkin," she murmured warmly, a smile spreading across her lips as she rubbed her stomach in slow, comforting circles. "Then Mommy can train properly again."
She chuckled quietly, her eyes glowing with affection.
"I really can’t wait to meet you, lovie."
After a moment, she shook off her thoughts and turned back toward the battlefield. freёweɓnovel.com
Without hesitation, Ivy resumed using her cross bomb, launching precise attacks at the monsters far away.
One after another, the monsters fell and strangely enough... it was fun for Ivy.
It felt almost like playing a video game....the thrill, the control, the satisfaction of defeating enemies from a distance. The excitement coursing through her veins was undeniable.
"Not bad..." she murmured, clearly pleased.
But just as she was getting into the rhythm, a sudden, strong kick from her stomach made her freeze.
Ivy blinked, then burst into a soft laugh.
"Oh! Are you hungry now, pumpkin?" she asked gently, immediately lowering her weapon. "That was quite the kick."
She rubbed her stomach again, her tone filled with fond amusement.
"Alright, alright... I get it. Mommy should get something to eat."
Her smile widened.
"I’m sure your sisters are hungry too, aren’t they?"
Her eyes shifted toward the bomb basket nearby. After a quick count, she noted her usage.
"Fifty bombs gone already... and only one hundred and fifty left."
She exhaled slowly, but there was no real worry in her expression.
"Yeah, yeah... I just need to complete more tasks and I’ll get rewarded with more," she reassured herself.
With that, she gave a small nod.
"Food first."
Turning away from the tower’s edge, Ivy made her way toward the door and began descending the stairs carefully, one step at a time.
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The moment she reached the last step, she called out warmly,
"So... what would you girls love to eat tonight?"
Both girls immediately turned their attention away from the television.
"Mommy, you’re back!" Aria exclaimed, her face lighting up as she quickly got off the sofa and ran toward Ivy.
She stopped just in front of her, placing her hands on her hips with a slightly exaggerated pout.
"What took you so long?" she asked. "You’ve been up there forever!"
Ivy chuckled softly at her daughter’s reaction and gently brushed a strand of hair away from Aria’s face.
"It was just work, baby," she replied soothingly. "But Mommy’s all done now."
Without wasting time, she walked toward the kitchen, already rolling up her sleeves slightly. fɾeewebnoveℓ.co๓
"How about..." she began, glancing back at them with a playful smile, "I make creamy macaroni with chicken tonight?"
"Yes!!!" Lila and Aria shouted in perfect unison, their excitement immediate and loud.
Ivy laughed, shaking her head fondly.
"I thought you’d say that."
The girls wasted no time returning to the television, already chatting excitedly about the meal, while Ivy got to work in the kitchen.
Soon, the soft clatter of utensils and the comforting aroma of cooking began to fill the space, wrapping the home in a warm, peaceful atmosphere.
Once she was done cooking, Ivy sat down with her girls, finally allowing herself to relax.
“Hmmm... yummy, Mommy,” Aria murmured happily after taking a spoonful of the macaroni, her eyes lighting up with delight. She had barely finished her short prayer before digging in, clearly unable to resist.
Ivy chuckled softly, watching her daughter with fond amusement.
“I’m glad you like it, sweetheart,” she replied gently.
“Mom, can I have more macaroni, please?” Lila chimed in, holding out her bowl eagerly with bright, hopeful eyes.
“Of course, you can,” Ivy said with a warm smile, immediately attending to her request. “Eat slowly, both of you. There’s enough for everyone.”
Before long, the plates were empty, and satisfied sighs filled the room.
It didn’t take much time after that.
The exhaustion from the day soon caught up with the girls, and one by one, they began to doze off. Their small bodies slumped against the sofa, their breathing gradually evening out.
Ivy watched them for a moment, her heart softening.
Carefully, she carried them to their room, tucking them gently into bed. She pulled the blanket over them, making sure they were comfortable before brushing a soft kiss against each of their foreheads.
Back in the living room, Ivy settled into the couch with her tablet in hand, absentmindedly scrolling through the internet
