Chapter 1731:

Carol and the housekeeper tended the grill, soon joined by Nikolas as the preparations continued.

Daniela reclined in a patio chair, smiling contentedly as she enjoyed a skewer of grilled meat. Cedric came over and said, “There’s too much smoke here. I’ll cook you some steamed shrimp instead—you shouldn’t overdo the barbecue.” With that, he turned and headed indoors to prepare the shrimp.

Sensing a chance, Josh dragged his chair beside Daniela’s.

Jules settled on her other side without a word.

Both of them smirked, pleased with how they’d flanked Daniela like a trap she couldn’t escape from.

Jules a quick nod. Jules, in turn, slipped a hand

hesitated, thinking surely even

react, Josh breathed out, tension

us. We never intended

you that you were bothering me, would that

cut straight,

but fumbled

with forced enthusiasm. “You like joking, don’t you? If Josh and I made any mistakes in the past, I hope you’ll be generous enough to let them go. Now that you’re expecting, stress isn’t good for you. We’re hoping to move forward on better terms, which is why we came to clear the air. After all, we’re family—no need to cling to old grudges. If you eat this skewer, I’ll take it as a sign that


was rarely this chatty, but today he couldn’t stop—driven

adventure awaits at

not eating that.” Hamilton’s voice cut through the air as he stepped forward and took the skewer from Jules. “She’s pregnant—the barbecue’s off-limits.

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