She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

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Chapter 124

Athena felt a slight jolt in her heart as she walked into the study Mom and Dad can tell me whenever you want, I'm mentally prepared for it."

She knew that a lot must have happened in this family,

To her parents, it was definitely not easy to dig up and recount all kinds of painful pasts.

Wesley gave a slight nod, poured a glass of warm water into the empty glass, and uncovered the tray. He placed the glass of warm water and several plates of snacks in front of her. "Feel free to sit down if it's convenient. You can eat and listen to me ramble. If you get tired, just let me know, and we can talk another day"

Athena sat down across from her fathe no matter how much you have to say."

a few sips of water, and then smiled gently. "Dad, go ahead. I'll listen carefully,

Her father hadn't even started speaking yet, but his voice was already slightly hoarse, and he seemed to be under more stress

than she was.

Seeing his daughter so composed, Wesley suddenly felt that despite his age, his own composure was not as steady as hers. He couldn't help but chuckle softly at the realization.

He then said solemnly, "Maria told me that she has already informed you about her and Josie being adopted by our family. Not only were you not surprised, but you also thought it was a good thing. I think perhaps Lunderestimated your capacity to accept and adapt." Athena nodded and gave a faint smile, confirming that it was true.

Wesley said, "Regarding Maria, I want to clarify that even though she is adopted, she is actually your cousin."

Athena gave a slight surprise. "Oh."

very close relationship. When your mother was pregnant with you, it was Catherine who took care of

Athena nodded silently.

with us, helping to take care of the three patients. After staying with us for

matter, or maybe it was because he couldn't bear to look at Athena's face. Alternatively,

the switch for the desk lamp, leaving only the dim spotlight on the desk, which cast his face into the

you first came to our home, did you find it strange that Mom and Dad had so many children? You might have even wondered,

said softly, "I know that Mom and Dad really love children, and each new child must have brought you happiness. I can also see that when you had us,

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grandfather served in the military and earned commendations, and your grandmother

that everyone in the

back, and her expression became serious as

Dutton, Mateo,

needed them, they would send their three sons to the

on the battlefield. However, they all made the ultimate

parents did not regret sending their children to the battlefield. They were simply very sad and

no fewer than three. This way, their sons who sacrificed themselves on the battlefield could be reborn into the Donovan

Wesley and Claire also loved children and longed for a lively, loving family life. Being young and healthy, they had three

their several acres of land to others and came to the city

as it was today. Moreover, the three grandsons were all bright and easy to manage, so the elderly couple

they could afford to support the family, Wesley and his wife couldn't help but think that having a daughter would

were just speaking casually, but to their surprise, the elderly couple also wanted a granddaughter. The three boys were eager for a little sister and promised to take care of her once she arrived. As a result, Wesley and his wife decided to continue having

more sons, and it wasn't until the sixth pregnancy that they found out it was a girl-and not just one, but twin girls.

arranged for her to give birth at the best private hospital

imagined that a devastating fire would break out in the hospital

was profound, leaving a