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.”

look at Kristopher. “Come on.

go,” Cathy

near Cathy. “Look

take excellent care of my


her cheeks reddening as she covered Maggie’s mouth. “Don’t make people

all this, Anthony glanced at Belinda, who was busy arranging

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sigh, Anthony

stage to help

room buzzed with renewed activity, the undercurrents of drama within the Cox family were palpable

murmured to Belinda as they passed

unreadable. “Anthony is getting on in years. We should make things easier for him.

resumed her task of serving the

high heels,

often lost her composure in private. Now, her gaze held nothing but indifference, stripped of any former warmth or passion, regardless

the cake was served, the banquet officially

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