Chapter 24

Silas nodded upon Shane’s orders. Suddenly remembering something, he piped up, “Mr. Shane, there’s still one more thing.”

“What is it?”

“When you were in the meeting earlier, Mr. Baker called and asked you out for dinner. He probably wants to ask you about the paternity test.”

“Okay,” replied Shane curtly.

At night, Joyce had just arrived at the Moonlight Restaurant, carrying two huge gift bags. “Sorry, Nat. I’m late.”

“It’s fine. We’ve just arrived too! Take a seat.” Natalie pulled a chair out for her.

Joyce sat down and passed a bag each to Connor and Sharon. “Happy birthday, darlings!”

“Thank you, Aunt Joyce!” The children received the gifts happily and kissed both of her cheeks.

Joyce laughed jovially, her eyes crinkling into tiny crescents. “Have you ordered anything yet?”

“Nope. We can’t possibly order when Aunt Joyce hasn’t reached yet. Here you go.” Natalie passed the menu to Joyce.

Taking it over, Joyce flipped the menu open and ordered two dishes that Connor and Sharon liked. Then, she passed the menu back to the waiter.

Soon, the waiter pushed a trolley over and served the dishes.

cake over with a candle in

pretty! I’m sure it’s delicious.” Staring at the cake, Sharon’s eyes gleamed as

Connor snorted in disdain. “Don’t all cakes taste the same? How delicious

that was what he said, his eyes had never left

adorable pair of siblings, Natalie and Joyce shared an amused

not help but squeeze Connor’s cheeks. “Connor, can’t

words muffled because Joyce was

interrupted, “Alright,

released Connor

off the chair and

is awesome, except when she’s squishing my cheeks... and

sit next to

to Connor and Sharon. Aunt Joyce and I wish the both of you a very merry birthday and will have all

candle. Then,

them affectionately, Natalie’s heart melted into a

their fourth birthday today. Soon,

by so

walk. Within the

help but feel emotional at

the washroom.” At that moment, Sharon, who had finished making her wish, suddenly

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