Chapter 201

He always understood that Haley would put up a strong front for everyone, but deep down, she was more fragile than anyone realized. He hoped she could embrace the spirited and playful nature she had as a child, rather than burying it beneath a facade of obedience and maturity. It brought him joy to see Haley open up and show her true self around him, a sign of the trust she had in him.

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At the Cloud Court Hotel, Evelyn warmly welcomed every guest attending the birthday party, her face lit up with a radiant smile. Evelyn felt immensely satisfied as people extended their birthday wishes to her.

Stella stood beside her, her graceful presence earning her much admiration. Some subtly inquired about Stella's marital status.

Although Stella was not directly related to the Ford family by blood, everyone in the circle knew she had been raised by them for years. Unfortunately, with no daughters in the Ford family, considering Stella was not a bad choice. Leveraging this opportunity to conn