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 urged quietly, her lips

near Cathy. “Look after her for

“I’ll take excellent


her cheeks reddening

who was busy arranging the cake knives, pretending not to

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another sigh, Anthony chose to remain

returned to the stage to help Anthony and Belinda with

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

as they passed out

an icy glance, her expression unreadable. “Anthony is getting on in years. We should make things easier for him. He

lifted her chin and resumed her task of serving the cake

high heels, a sense of emptiness gnawing at him. Her eyes were

exterior in public to protect his reputation, yet she often lost her composure in private. Now, her gaze held nothing but

cake was served, the banquet officially

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