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.”

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

Cathy urged quietly,

and Helen near Cathy.

Maggie announced cheerfully. “I’ll take


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

who was busy arranging the cake knives, pretending not to

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sigh, Anthony chose to

Kristopher returned to the stage to help Anthony

undercurrents of drama

you,” Kristopher murmured to Belinda as they passed

her expression unreadable. “Anthony is getting on in years. We should make things easier for him. He can get to know Miss

her chin and resumed her task of serving

watched her glide away in her yellow dress and high heels,

her composure in private. Now, her gaze held nothing but indifference, stripped of

the cake was served, the

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