You're Out, Daddy novel (Natasha and Kenneth)
Chapter 477

Having noticed his father, Benjamin couldn't shake off the feeling that something was wrong and quickly ran after him.

"Daddy, where are you going?"

Kenneth turned around and looked at his son, his brows slightly arched as he feigned nonchalance. "I'm just going out for a walk."

Benjamin didn't buy that. Judging by his father's expression earlier, he knew something must be up.

Since Kenneth didn't say anything else, Benjamin decided not to press on either and merely nodded. "Oh, okay."

With that, Kenneth smiled and went on his way.

After a moment of quiet contemplation, Benjamin turned to look at Anthony and Thalia, both of whom were still playing and laughing away.

"Tony!"

"What's up?" Anthony answered.

Benjamin shot him a look. "Daddy just went out. When I asked him where he was going, he said he was only going for a walk."

Even though Benjamin hadn't suggested anything more, it was enough for Anthony to pick up on his concerns. Seconds later, the smile was gone from the latter's face. "Come on. Let's follow him." Benjamin nodded.

Seeing how well the two brothers worked together, Thalia stared at them, bemused. "Have you guys gotten addicted to stalking people?"

"I'm sure Daddy's hiding something from us, and since he's not saying a word, we'll just have to replace out for ourselves!" Anthony said.

Thalia scrutinized the boys, not knowing if she should believe them.

"All right, we'll be on our way now. I'll leave Kyle to you. Now that I can take a breather from Vermillion Base, we must ensure Kyle stays in his place," Anthony reminded. "Don't let him come over!" Thalia pursed her lips. "I got it."

Anthony and Benjamin soon left to follow their father. However, Thalia couldn't stop worrying about them. "Do you guys want me to come along?"

"No. We're only following Daddy. It shouldn't be much of a problem. Besides, the more people there are, the more likely he'll be alerted to it!" Anthony reasoned. "All right. Be careful, then."

After giving her a reassuring nod, Anthony promptly left the room with Benjamin in tow.

As soon as they walked outside, Anthony suddenly recalled something. "Oh, by the way, where's Mr. Dave?"

"I haven't seen him," Benjamin replied with a look of surprise.

"I want you to head back and check on Mr. Dave. See if you can get any information from him. Meanwhile, I'll continue to follow Daddy. We'll keep in touch."

"Sure," Benjamin answered without hesitation and returned to the hotel.

Anthony followed his father closely, and after walking down several streets, he began to replace his surroundings strangely familiar. Upon nearing the destination, he finally realized they were at the place where Kenneth used to stay with Spencer.

Seeing his father walk up the stairs, Anthony became even more intrigued. Huh? What is Daddy doing back here?

Even though his original plan had been to wait downstairs, Anthony became so curious that he eventually decided against it.

After making sure he had put some distance between himself and his father, Anthony carefully crept up the stairs.

Keeping as quiet as he could, he stuck his head around the corner, thinking he'd scope out the area before advancing further. The next moment, however, he got the shock of his life.

Kenneth was nearby, leaning casually against the wall and looking as though he had already been waiting for a while.

Anthony could feel his heart pounding as he slammed his back to the wall. Oh my goodness! I almost died of fright!

After composing himself, he sighed and stuck his head out once again. As Kenneth stared at him, Anthony squeezed out an ingratiating smile. "Daddy, what a coincidence!"

"Indeed, what a coincidence," Kenneth replied, mimicking his son's smile. "What brings you here?"

Anthony's smile grew wider. "Well, since we got you over in such a hurry the other day, I was worried you might have left something behind. That's why I decided to drop by and help you clean up." "Is that so? How sweet and considerate of you," Kenneth quipped as a smirk crept across his face.

"Oh, yes..."

"In that case, would you like to head inside and tidy the place up?"

"Sure!" Anthony exclaimed before marching toward the apartment.

"Good. Take your time, then. I'm going back first."

When he saw his father walking away, Anthony knew he had to stop him. "Daddy..."

Kenneth slowly turned around. "What is it?"

"Since we're both here, why don't we clean up together?" the boy suggested, a megawatt smile once again plastered on his face.

Alas, all Kenneth did was scrutinize him silently.

As expected, it didn't take long before Anthony felt overwhelmingly guilty and lowered his head sheepishly. "Okay, I'll admit. I followed you here..." Kenneth instantly curled his lips into a smirk. "With tracking skills like yours, it's no wonder Dave busted you!"

Naturally, those words left Anthony in stunned silence.

To think I was still so proud of myself before this!

"Daddy, have you known from the start that I've been following you?"

"What do you think?"

"Does that mean you intentionally led me here?" Anthony probed.

Instead of replying, Kenneth glanced at his son and strode into his old apartment.

Without hesitation, Anthony followed behind.

Once inside his room, Kenneth went straight to the bed and picked up a black suitcase beside the headboard.

He swiftly turned the dials on the silver lock, and the suitcase soon popped open with a satisfying click.

Curious as ever, Anthony was about to shoot questions when he saw the wads of cash tucked neatly in the suitcase. "Daddy, is that money?" he asked, eyes lighting up.

Kenneth remained silent. After checking the contents to ensure everything was in order, he locked the suitcase again. "Wait. Was that real or fake?" Anthony couldn't help but ask.

"What do you think?" Kenneth replied, not even bothering to turn around.

Anthony gasped. Judging by Daddy's tone and demeanor, the money must be real!

"Do you just keep all that money lying around here?"

Kenneth finally turned around and looked at his son. "Is there a problem?"

"Daddy, are you too wealthy?" Anthony replied with an awkward chuckle. "Aren't you afraid your money might get stolen?"

"Don't you know that the most dangerous place is also the safest?"

"I've always thought people said that to trick others, Daddy. Why wouldn't anyone be curious to replace out what's in such a big suitcase? Besides, isn't that the type of suitcase used during transactions in television shows?"

Kenneth shot a glance at his son and smiled wryly. "You're absolutely right."

"Why would you still say that, then?"

"I was just fibbing," Kenneth muttered as he made his way out with the suitcase. "I can't possibly say I forgot about it, can I?"

Anthony stared wide-eyed at his father.

I knew he was too wealthy! Why else would he forget all that money?

The next second, the boy trotted after his father. "Daddy, what are you going to do with the money?"