Meanwhile, Melissa watched the father and son, tears welling in her eyes.

Defeated, Weldon approached Melissa, asking in a subdued tone, “Are You certain you won't return to the Smith family? If you do, I'l give you everything.” Melissa shook her head firmly.

Facing the chilly wind, she met Weldon's gaze, her tone indifferent. “My mother believed your

sweet words, and look where it got her. Weldon, there will never be peace between us. I want nothing from you, not your wealth or your fame!” Weldon regarded her with a pensive expression.

Eventually, he instructed Thomas to clean up the mess before retreating to his vehicle. Seated inside, Weldon pondered Melissa's indifference and Matthew's hostility. He couldn't comprehend their animosity toward him.

influential. Why couldn't Melissa be as amiable as her mother? He couldn't fathom why Melissa

to look

sleep in Melissa's arms. Resting her cheek against his, Melissa gently

courteous, even when interacting

heavy sigh, he addressed Marcus. “I apologize

He felt he had no other options.” However, Marcus wasn't

tone, he countered, “So because the Smith family lacks an heir, you feel entitled to seize someone else's child?” Thomas was taken

engage further with Thomas. Both Melissa

Marcus found the boy resting

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