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The day Russell was discharged from the hospital, Grace was there to pick him up.

Russell asked with a smile, “Where are Antonio and Omar?”

Grace checked her watch and replied, “Omar’s at

kindergarten. It’s Friday today, so Antonio is also busy with work.” Russell’s face fell at her words.

He suggested, “Why not call Antonio to join us for a family meal?”

Not wanting to spoil Russell’s mood, Grace decided to take a day off and headed to the Kaufman Group for Antonio.

It brought back memories of her previous visits to Antonio’s workplace when she always got a cold shoulder. It got so bad that he finally lost his patience and gave her a warning.

At the lobby, the receptionist greeted her warmly, “Ma’am, how may I help you?” Grace gathered herself and said with a smile, “I’m here to see Antonio.”

The receptionist guided her to an office and then excused herself.

As Grace neared the door, she was about to knock when she heard Kendra’s sobs from within. Soon after, Antonio’s soft and considerate voice sounded. “Kendra, I’ll step up once the baby arrives.”

Grace stood outside, her heart feeling like it was frozen. Just

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then, the office door swung open.

Antonio caught Grace’s gaze, surprise fleeting across his face. before it settled into indifference.

“I believe I made it clear that you’re not to visit my company.”

Grace shot back, “If I hadn’t shown up, how long would you have kept this a secret?” Antonio’s eyes were downcast, and he didn’t say a word.

Kendra, with a look that could melt hearts, added, “Grace, please don’t be angry with Antonio. It’s all my fault.”

Grace, in an oddly calm voice, asked, “Is the baby she’s expecting yours?”

Antonio’s silence spoke volumes.

For Grace, his silence was as good as a confession. She’d assumed his distance over the past six years was due to his demanding job.

She never thought that he would have a baby with another

woman.

gladly step aside and

and Kendra both looked taken aback.

just turned and walked

to the Kaufman’s place, Antonio wasn’t far behind. His face was

a warning beside her, “Grandpa’s still getting

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disgusted and chose to

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came running over, and when he saw just the two of them, he pouted.

family too? Why can’t she come to our family meal?” The more Omar grew, the more her looked like

face soured and he hit the

that woman in this house!” Omar

my mom!” Then he stormed

someone bring his food up later. Let’s eat without him.” Antonio

Omar wouldn’t welcome her concern. The meal was a quick, uncomfortable

got to the hospital, she found a crowd of nurses

a handsome husband and a cute son, and now you’re expecting your second child!” At the words,

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can’t handle this morning sickness. What can I

But they didn’t dwell on it and made their exit.

just the two

and approached

now. Antonio cooks for me every day,” she

cooked for Kendra, again and again. Seeing the smug look on Kendra’s face, Grace felt a stab of sorrow. “Antonio would’ve shown you the respect you deserve if he really loved you. You wouldn’t have had to play dirty to get where you are.”

twisted at the words. “Stop it! Antonio never loved you, and you’re not in

her cool, her inner world utterly

heart wasn’t hers. But now, she was past needing it. Without another word, Grace walked

couldn’t

of Antonio in an apron, cooking dishes in

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valued Russell’s opinion, her marriage was a lost cause. After a moment of contemplation, Grace pulled

Nearby, a couple

director’s spot has been taken,” one said. “Who

heart skipped a beat, and she

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