The Billionaire's Mistake

MISTAKE 65

Chapter 65: A Treat

Anya entered the dining room, greeted by the warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of her family's chatter. Her mother-in-law chatted loudly as usual while her father-in-law replied with a few hums here and there. Daniel sat next to Rodney, deep in conversation. She smiled as she took her seat at the table; this feeling was something she had always yearned for. Since her mother got sick, he had not had the chance to feel this atmosphere. "Good morning, Anya dear," Wendy said with a warm smile as she poured Anya a cup of coffee. "How are you feeling today?"

Anya returned the smile, feeling a sense of warmth wash over her at Wendy's motherly aura. Good morning, Mrs. Shaw," she replied. "I'm feeling much better, thank you."

"What, Mrs. Shaw. Mum." Wendy Corrected.

"Mum," Anya called to the approval of the rest.

"Dad, grandpa," Wendy guided her, gesturing to Mr. Shaw and Old Master Rhodes.

Anya's ears turned red under their expectant gaze as she also called to them, "Dad, Grandpa, good morning," she greeted, and they both nodded.

"It seems you are doing better today. It is Daniel's fault for not fixing this sooner and letting you suffer. Don't worry, Grandpa will support you to let him kneel on the washboard," Old Master Rhodes said.

Mr. Shaw nodded in agreement, his expression filled with paternal concern. "You can do what you want with him, Anya," he admitted, his voice gruff but sincere. "But it's good to see you looking brighter today."

Anya's face turned red from the teasing. She could tell they had seen the forums. But her heart

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swelled with gratitude at Mr. Shaw's words. She had yearned for people. When she and Daniel divorced, she had thought she would not get another chance to see them again. She was grateful to be back. She had to admit; she missed them.. "Thank you," she said in almost a whisper, but they all heard her.

Her maternal grandfather-in-law, Mr. Rhodes St., grunted in agreement, his expression stern but affectionate. "You're part of this family now, Anya," he declared firmly. "And we take care

of our own."

it back. She had wanted this for so long. Even when she first married

pushed a plate of food

began, her voice gentle. "You've been through so much lately. Why don't you take some time to relax today?" Wendy's eyes were full of expectation when she spoke. It was clear she was thinking that Anya should

suggestion. "I

waved off her concerns with a dismissive gesture. "Nonsense,

about it, spa, chopping, a visit to

in one day?" Anya

Besides, Daniel is paying," she said and turned to Daniel, who was watching them quietly all this while. "Hurry and drop your card," she ordered. "Here," Daniel said, taking out his card, and his mother sent him

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use do you have for your card?" His mother

Anya protested, refusing to

not have use for it," Wendy stuffed it in her hand. When Daniel saw that Anya was still uncomfortable about taking his card, he got up as he was done eating and lowered

thought you said you could make me go bankrupt. It seems I have nothing to fear," he said, and she grabbed onto the card and gave him a death stare. It amused Daniel so much as her mouth was filled with food, so she looked like a squirrel when she gave him that look. She looked too cute; he resisted the urge to kiss her

but smile at Wendy. "In that case, I would love to," she

said decisively. "Then it's settled. Anya, you'll come to the

her son had said, but she saw Anya take the card in spite

at her. "It's settled then," Wendy declared. Then she spotted Daniel leaving the room and snapped her fingers at

time to pick up when we

his expression fond as he looked at his wife. "Of course, Madam," he said. "I'll be there." After bidding her family farewell, Anya and

cheerful as they enjoyed each other's

found in the Shaws. They had welcomed her with open

the soothing scent of lavender-it all enveloped her in a cocoon of relaxation. She exchanged a smile with Wendy,

her clothes and into a plush robe, relishing the sensation of the soft fabric against her skin. As she tied the sash around her waist, she couldn't help but overhear snippets of conversation from the adjacent room. ...can

her heart skipping a beat at the mention of Daniel's name. Curiosity piqued; she quieted down