Under Jennifer's meticulous planning and Maddox's silent support, Betty's christening party was a grand event that drew the cream of Stonebridge society.

At the banquet hall entrance stood a life-sized photo of Leanne cradling Betty, her features soft and serene, a picture of delicate beauty, smiling tenderly at the baby in her arms. The little one gazed curiously at the camera with her beautiful and sparkling eyes.

Beneath the photo, a caption read,

Photographed by Curtis

The pride was unmistakable.

Betty was a natural charmer, blinking and cooing at anyone who greeted her, eliciting waves of admiration.

"She's destined for greatness," one guest remarked.

"I've never seen such a bright and beautiful baby. You're truly blessed," another added.

Jennifer's smile never waned.

cane, Hubert made a special effort to congratulate the family. Holding Betty, Leanne went over to greet him, and he generously handed over a gift box, patting Curtis on the shoulder with his aged

parents wouldn't get to see their grandchild.

a flicker of amusement in

not brought it up, she would've forgotten all about

along. "Oh, yes, Dr. Castillo. Would you like to meet

Curtis was pulling his leg, Hubert was at

came by to see the baby and chat with Leanne, offering to help her

thanked her but declined. "I'm considering pursuing

was initially excited for her but hesitated, "What about

who was in conversation with

move abroad with

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a mother, she couldn't bear to separate Betty from either parent, but the thought of

of contemplation

her concerns

arrived as he prepared a bottle for Betty, preferring the personal touch over leaving

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