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.

a quick nod. Jules, in turn, slipped a hand into his pocket

surely even the most oblivious person would catch on by now. He whipped around, tense—only

react, Josh breathed

We never intended to trouble you by showing

you that you were bothering me, would that

cut

his mouth but fumbled

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 you’ve let our past mistakes slide. What do you


but today he couldn’t stop—driven by a desperate

awaits

eating that.” Hamilton’s voice cut through the air as he stepped forward and took the skewer from Jules.

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