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Chapter 333

Author: Murphy
last update Last Updated: 2024-04-25 18:00:00
"Okay," Tristan nodded obediently but didn't rush to leave. Instead, he stood still for a moment, then suddenly stepped forward and hugged Vivienne and Cedric, burying his face between them. "Mommy, Daddy, I'm very happy today.

"I'll go to bed now," he said quickly after releasing them, lowering his head and hurrying upstairs.

Tears dropped uncontrollably onto the stairs—happy days like this would never happen again.

After watching Tristan return to his bedroom, Cedric turned to Vivienne. "I've fulfilled my promise to you. Someone will take you to the airport tomorrow, and a sum of money will be deposited into your account. It should cover your daily expenses for the rest of your life."

Having said what needed to be said, Cedric no longer glanced at Vivienne and prepared to leave. But she grabbed his arm.

"Cedric, I know you despise me. I also admit I'm wrong and won't ask for your forgiveness. But please, for Tristan's sake, for my genuine love for you, could you leave me with so
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