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Chapter 157 Side Story (8)
Thanks to the excellent genes of his parents, little Alexander Sterling was incredibly adorable, especially when he looked at someone with his big, round eyes, making it impossible to refuse any of his requests.
His eyes were just like his mother's.
Julian Sterling felt sentimental, remembering how he had been captivated by those innocent eyes. Ah, love.
His temperament was just like his father's.
Lily Parker felt helpless. Marrying a tyrant was one thing, but giving birth to a mini-tyrant was another. Such was life.
Outside, little Alexander used the limitless potential inherited from his father to reign supreme, but once at home, he promptly displayed his
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"Hello," Lily managed to say after a long pause, her expression complex as she observed their unabashed closeness. He hadn't chosen their usual coffee shop but this teahouse, probably because of "her." He was always so considerate and attentive to others' feelings.Finally, another woman had the fortune of receiving his tenderness. She should feel relieved; hadn't she always wished to see him safe, happy, and content? Yet, why did her heart still ache, as if a hand was ruthlessly squeezing it, tearing it apart? The past was meant to be forgotten, for they could never return to what they were. She had Julian Sterling's child, and he had Madeline Foster by his side.Perhaps it was for the best. She could be at peace, knowing someone more suitable than herself was there to love and care for him.
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Valentine's Day arrived swiftly.Lily Parker had been distracted since morning, involuntarily glancing outside her office every time flowers were delivered, hoping to see some for her. Unfortunately, there were none. She couldn't understand this quiet disappointment, as she had never cared for such superficial gestures before.She had no classes that day and spent it idly, eagerly waiting for the workday to end. She hurried home, only to be startled upon opening her door. Julian Sterling was supposed to be on a business trip in Mysticridge, and their child was with his grandfather. Why were the lights on at home?Hearing noises from the kitchen, Lily cautiously approached.
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