A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 252:

“The proposal has started!” Maggie announced, momentarily distracted from the birthday mix-up, her eyes alight with excitement. She watched the couple intently from afar. “Cathy’s really about to steal the spotlight!”

Turning to Belinda, she shot her a dismissive look. “Just keep out of trouble, will you?”

Madisyn rolled her eyes at Maggie, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “So the jerk and his girl are together now. We can’t be even happier. Who’d even think about stopping them at a time like this?”

Belinda’s expression turned pensive as she unconsciously reached for a glass of juice. She took a sip, held the cup in her hand, and watched the unfolding scene from afar. She was curious about what Kristopher was up to tonight.

Kristopher was quick to notice the sound of camera shutters snapping. A frown marred his features, betraying his annoyance. He had intended to keep this gathering low-key, inviting only close friends and family members of him and Belinda. The presence of so many reporters was unexpected and unwelcome.

sensed his growing irritation and, fearing it might spoil his mood for the upcoming proposal, she hurried to justify herself in a hushed tone. “It’s an important moment, Kristopher. I wanted

pleading. “You don’t mind it, do you? I’m a star, and it’s helpful to my job, my career… Besides, with my illness, I’ve been

eased as Cathy mentioned her health struggles. He gave her a look that mixed understanding with concern. “Cathy, not every moment needs to be captured. You

he could complete his words, the entire venue was suddenly

blend of women’s screams and men’s comforting voices

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Belinda’s hand, her voice a whisper.

the juice glass in her other hand. The decorations about celebration for a

“I have no emotional attachment to her. At best, I’ll host a birthday banquet when it’s her birthday — nothing

Marc and the other assistants were navigating through the crowd, pushing a three-tiered cake and