Chapter 30:

Kristopher’s expression darkened.

“Anthony.”

As Anthony was about to speak, Belinda approached with a serene smile. “You haven’t cut your birthday cake yet.”

She gestured towards a group of children in the corner. “Your grandkids are eager. Let’s not keep them waiting.”

Anthony followed her gesture, noticing the children’s anticipation.

“That’s right, Dad,” Carol added, attempting to diffuse the situation. “We shouldn’t discuss our issues here, in front of everyone.”

Ignoring Carol, Anthony looked at Belinda with concern. “Belinda, how much longer can you bear this? You have my sympathy!”

Belinda maintained her gentle smile. “Today is about celebration, not grievances.”

Anthony studied her smile, then exhaled deeply. “Out of respect for you, I’ll drop it for today.”

shot a stern look at Kristopher. “Come on. Get up here and cut

Cathy urged quietly,

eyed Maggie and Helen near Cathy. “Look

worry,” Maggie announced cheerfully. “I’ll take excellent


nonsense,” Cathy admonished, her cheeks reddening as she covered Maggie’s mouth.

this, Anthony glanced at Belinda, who was busy arranging the cake

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sigh, Anthony chose to

Kristopher returned to the stage to help Anthony and Belinda with the

the undercurrents of drama within the Cox family were palpable to

as they passed

We should make things easier

and resumed her task of serving the cake

away in her yellow dress and high heels, a sense of

reputation, yet she often lost her composure in private. Now, her gaze

served,

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