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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.

her voice, Grace said, “Congratulations. I’ll gladly step aside and

and Kendra both looked taken

Grace just turned and walked away, not even glancing

the Kaufman’s place, Antonio wasn’t far

her, “Grandpa’s

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Watch what you say.”

and chose to ignore him.

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he saw just the two of them, he

more her looked like Antonio, even down to the way he could make her feel

and he hit the

your mom! We’re done talking about that woman in this house!” Omar stuck out his lower lip, not

my mom!” Then he stormed off

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

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

to the hospital, she found a crowd of nurses fluttering

a cute son, and now you’re expecting your second child!” At the words, Grace paused in

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“Grace, I can’t handle this morning sickness. What can I

should know what to do. But they

just the two of them now.

pulled out her phone and approached Grace with a grin.

by now. Antonio cooks for me every day,” she said, showing off her phone

the smug look on Kendra’s face, Grace felt a stab of sorrow. “Antonio would’ve shown you the respect you deserve if

loved you, and you’re not in a position

cool, her inner world

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

couldn’t keep the emotions at bay.

that played in her head were images of Antonio in an apron, cooking dishes in the pan, and spooning food into Kendra’s

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