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

As soon as Anthony returned to the room, Benjamin followed him in.

"Tony." Benjamin looked at him with a profound gaze.

Anthony glanced back at him, then continued tidying up the room. "Is there something you need?"

"Have you gone to see Daddy?" Benjamin asked.

After some thought, Anthony nodded. "I did."

"What did Daddy say?" asked Benjamin.

Anthony pondered momentarily. "They are indeed planning to take on Vermillion Base."

With his brother's back against him, Benjamin walked up directly and asked, "Why?"

"What why?" Anthony retorted.

"Don't you think it's odd that Daddy and Mr. Dave insist on attacking Vermillion Base at this time?" Benjamin said.

"I don't think so!" Anthony said to him, seemingly nonchalant.

Seeing the situation, Benjamin continued, "How is it not unusual? Are you hiding something from me?" Benjamin asked.

"No!"

"Tony!" At that moment, Benjamin tugged at Anthony, causing Anthony to cease his movements. The latter was forced to meet his brother's gaze.

Benjamin looked at him and immediately knew there was definitely something Anthony was hiding from him.

Anthony sighed. "Vermillion Base has attacked us several times, and now they're constantly contacting DX. Hence, this is considered a counterattack by Dad and Mr. Dave. How is this abnormal?" "I know dealing with Vermillion Base is inevitable, but don't you think it's a bit abrupt to do it all of a sudden?"

"It's not sudden. It's been planned for a long time!" Anthony said.

Listening to his words, Benjamin's eyes slightly narrowed.

Seeing his brother fall silent, Anthony instinctively averted his gaze, then continued tidying up the room.

Anthony was watching his brother closely. They had grown up together since birth, so Anthony knew Benjamin very well. He was certain that Benjamin was hiding something from him. Benjamin, however, was not in a hurry. He casually sat down and started a conversation. "Don't you have anything to say about Nat's sudden weight loss, Tony?"

Anthony's movements faltered for a moment. Then, as if afraid that Benjamin might notice something, he continued tidying up. "What did you say?"

Benjamin glanced at him. "We were only out for a few days, and when we came back, Nat suddenly became like this. Don't you find it strange?"

Among the triplets, Anthony was the most thoughtful and the best at identifying problems. Benjamin didn't believe that Anthony had no guesses or opinions about that matter.

If there really wasn't any, it could only mean that Anthony knew everything.

As Benjamin was deep in thought, Anthony suddenly spoke up. "It is a bit strange." He turned his head, looking straight at Benjamin. "That's why I asked Daddy and Nat about it."

In response, Benjamin immediately perked up. "What did they say?"

"Nat isn't dieting. She's sick!" Anthony murmured.

"Sick?" Benjamin paused slightly, pondering for a moment before looking up at him. "What kind of illness is she suffering from? What could make someone lose so much weight in such a short time?" Anthony hesitated for a moment. "Gastrointestinal issues."

"Gastrointestinal issues?" Benjamin still found the answer somewhat hard to believe.

"Mm-hmm." Anthony nodded. That was the only thing he could think of.

Benjamin looked at his brother, still somewhat doubtful.

However, he felt that Anthony had no reason to deceive him. After all, their information had always been shared.

"When did you find out?" Benjamin asked.

"Today, not long after you came in," Anthony said.

Upon hearing that, Benjamin thoughtfully nodded. Then, he looked up and asked, "Did you learn it from Nat or Daddy?"

"Daddy."

"Could Daddy be doing this on purpose, just to trick us?" Benjamin questioned.

After giving it some serious thought, Anthony realized something. "If it really is a gastrointestinal issue, what about Spencer? He's very skilled and can cure all sorts of complex diseases. Can't he treat Nat's gastrointestinal problem?"

Anthony paused slightly, then said, "Who said he's not treating her now? Haven't you seen Daddy feeding Nat all sorts of food all day long? He's just nourishing her health."

"But-"

When Benjamin was about to say something, Anthony suddenly interrupted him. "Benjamin, if you're really worried about Nat, then just spend more time with her when you're free. Leave the rest to Spencer." Benjamin initially wanted to say something but chose to remain silent in the face of Anthony's "authority."

Seeing his brother fall silent, Anthony reached out and placed his hand on Benjamin's shoulder. "Benjamin, I'm also going to participate in Dad's surprise attack on Vermillion Base. I'll need some time to prepare. As for Nat, you and Denise should spend more time with her!"

"Did Daddy agree to your participation?" Benjamin asked.

Anthony nodded. "Of course. Otherwise, I'd have to spend all my energy figuring out what Daddy is up to."

In response, Benjamin nodded. "Do you need my help?"

"No need, you just stay home and keep Nat company."

Benjamin nodded. "I can do it."

"Off you go," Anthony said, looking at his brother.

Benjamin nodded, then slowly started to walk toward the door. However, just as he was about to reach the door, he suddenly thought about something.

Turning around, he watched Anthony busying about, his gaze gradually becoming more complex.

"Tony." He suddenly spoke up.

Upon hearing that, Anthony turned his head to look at his brother. "Is there anything else?"

"Before you leave to find Magus, you kept emphasizing that I should spend more time with Nat... Did you already know something?"

Anthony was taken aback for a moment.

He wasn't surprised by Benjamin's reaction.

On the contrary, it would be problematic if Benjamin didn't thought of that.

Anthony just didn't expect his brother to realize it so quickly.

Looking at Benjamin, Anthony was at a loss for words for a moment.

Seeing Anthony fall silent, Benjamin slowly walked back to him. "Tony, something's not right about this. Spencer's medical skills are incredible. He can definitely cure a simple gastrointestinal issue. Also, before you left, you kept telling me to spend more time with Nat. I felt something was off with you then, and considering what happened these past few days, I think you must be hiding something from me!" Benjamin looked at him with certainty.

Anthony knew that if he wanted to keep the matter a secret, he would have to play tough.

"What do you think I'm hiding from you, then?" Anthony retorted.

Benjamin furrowed his brows. "I'm asking you the question!"

"I haven't been keeping anything from you, though!"

Suddenly, Benjamin thought of something and looked at Anthony. "Today, before Denise and I came in, you were in the room with Nat. What did you two talked about? Why were your eyes red when we entered?"

"Didn't Nat say "

"Don't use Nat's criticism of you as an excuse. You know I don't buy it," Benjamin said, looking at his brother. "We've made bigger mistakes than this while growing up, but I've never seen Nat criticize you like this, to the point that you cried. I'm not a fool, Tony. I'm your younger brother, born just seconds after you. Even if I'm not as smart as you, I'm not that naive."