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

you should go,” Cathy urged quietly, her

Helen near Cathy. “Look

announced cheerfully. “I’ll take


admonished, her cheeks reddening as she covered Maggie’s mouth. “Don’t

busy arranging

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another sigh, Anthony chose to

stage to help Anthony and Belinda with

undercurrents of drama within the Cox

you,” Kristopher murmured to Belinda as they

years. We should make things easier for him. He can get to know Miss Miller

lifted her chin and resumed her task of serving the

in her yellow dress and high heels, a sense of emptiness gnawing at him. Her eyes

public to protect his reputation, yet she often lost her composure in private. Now, her gaze held nothing but indifference, stripped of any former warmth or passion, regardless of

served, the banquet

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