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She found her phone on the bedside table. It was already 11:00 am. Kevan was nowhere to be found. Larissa turned on the lights. She noticed a set of clean clothes placed beside her pillow. Kevan had prepared that for her in advance. A warm feeling filled her heart. Still, the warmth vanished as she felt a soreness spreading throughout her body. In her mind, Larissa cursed, "That asshole!" She struggled to put on the clothes. Alas, the crew-neck sweatshirt was unable to hide the hickeys Kevan planted on her neck. Cursing again, she put on a thick layer of concealer to cover the red marks on her skin. When Larissa emerged, Aster was eating alone in the dining room. Kevan and Wendy were nowhere to be seen. She asked in a hoarse voice, "Where are your dad and your godmother?" "Daddy went to the study to take a call. I don't know where Godma is. I haven't seen her since I woke up," Aster replied. He asked with concern, "Mommy, are you sick? Why is your voice so hoars
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The kindergarten's parent-child activities were held in the afternoon. Only a few classes were joining. Thus, there were fewer people in the kindergarten as compared to regular school days. Kevan held a bag filled with baking ingredients in one hand. He held Aster's hand in the other. Larissa was on the opposite side of Aster. She was waiting for Wendy's reply. Wendy had a day off today. Usually, she would be home all day. This time, her mysterious lover came over last night. So, she left the house early in the morning. The two of them were spending time together now. Larissa was very curious about the mysterious man who made Wendy's love life bloom. Still, she didn't want to push it since Wendy wasn't willing. The three of them would not be home for dinner tonight. So, Larissa sent a message to Wendy saying that she needed to settle dinner on her own. Of course, if Wendy wanted to bring her man along for dinner, she was more than welcome. Alas, Wendy hadn't responded
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Kevan picked up a strawberry from the plate. He brought it to Larissa's lips. He gestured for her to open her mouth. Larissa wasn't used to such public displays of affection. She wanted to take the strawberry with her hand. Alas, Kevan dodged. "You can choose between me feeding you by hand or by mouth," Kevan whispered in a low tone against her ear. Larissa opened her mouth and bit into the strawberry. Kevan didn't let go. After she bit off half of the strawberry, he ate the other half. "That's really sweet." He licked the remaining juice off his lips, exuding a seductive expression. Larissa could sense the burning gazes of other people on Kevan. She felt irritated by that. Jealousy surged within her, filling the air with a sour taste. She pinched the flesh on his waist. She warned him through gritted teeth, "You better tone it down before I teach you a lesson back home!" Kevan's smile widened and he agreed in a cheerful tone. "Okay." He seemed to be in a go
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Allen's words sounded a little ambiguous. "What's different? I have also come this far by learning step by step like everyone else." Larissa clarified in a hurry. She was afraid that Kevan would be offended and do something overboard. Kevan wasn't paying attention to their interactions. At this moment, he was playing a childish game with Aster. They were smearing whipped cream and flour on each other's faces. They were thoroughly enjoying themselves. Larissa took a moment to glance over. When she saw cream on them, her temples throbbed. "Excuse me," she said to Allen. Going over to the other side of the table, she pinched Aster's ear. In reality, she wanted to pinch Kevan's ear instead. However, she didn't want to embarrass him in front of everyone in the room."What are you two doing? After the competition is over, we need to go for dinner. What if the restaurant won't let us in now that your clothes are so dirty?" Larissa scolded with a frown. "Then we will f
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Kevan snorted with disdain. "His pitiful situation is caused by his dad. It wouldn't be difficult at all to find him a stepmother. Instead, he wants someone else's wife!" Larissa chuckled at his words. The sense of pity she felt for Freddy disappeared instantly. Kevan's reasoning made sense. The situation was easy to resolve. As long as Allen found a wife to marry, Freddy would have a complete family again. No matter how much she pitied Freddy, she couldn't fulfill his wish. Compared to other children, her own son took priority. Finally, the cake was ready. When they opened the oven, a sweet and enticing aroma wafted out. Larissa cut off the edges of the cake into a plate and asked Aster to share them with other children. She assumed that he would give some to Freddy first, but he went straight to another table. After the plate was empty, only then did he return. Larissa was a little angry. She hoped that Aster would become lively and mischievous, but she di
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Larissa was decorating the cake when she heard Freddy's offer. She froze in place and stared at the tarts in his hands. Larissa didn't know how to respond. Aster had a strawberry in his hand and placed it on the cake. He ignored Freddy. Freddy's face fell. Larissa realized that his feelings might have been hurt, so she quickly took the tarts. She stuffed one into Aster's hand. "Thank you." She bent down and ruffled Freddy's hair affectionately. Only then did Freddy show a shy smile. Aster turned away with pursed lips. He gripped the tart in his hand, but he didn't eat it nor throw it away. The competition ended. As expected, Larissa's strawberry cake didn't win any prizes. However, it received unanimous praise from Aster's classmates. Larissa suspected that most of the credit was because of Kevan's and Aster's good looks. Allen cleared up his table and came over to ask Larissa, "We're going out for dinner. Do you want to join us?" Larissa declined his offe
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Larissa might have used too much force earlier. As she spoke, she reached out to pull up Freddy's sleeve.He pulled away in alarm and hid his arm behind him. Freddy insisted, "It doesn't hurt." Larissa wasn't feeling at ease with his strange reaction. "Let me talk to your dad. We should go to the hospital for a check-up, okay?" she tried to coax him with a gentle tone. Freddy's resistance grew stronger. He took a few steps back and shouted at Larissa, "No! Don't tell my dad! I'm not going to the hospital!" Larissa grew worried and waved at him. "Okay, I won't tell your dad. I won't bring you to the hospital either. Come over here and let's talk properly." Freddy kept his distance and looked at her warily. He did not move closer to Larissa at all. Larissa and Freddy remained in a standoff until Kevan's and Allen's cars pulled up in front of them. Kevan honked the horn, startling Larissa. At this moment, Freddy dashed past her and got into Allen's car. Allen
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They ended up eating dinner at home. Larissa had no appetite. She picked at her food before making an excuse to go back to her bedroom. When Kevan entered the room, he saw her sitting on the edge of the bed with her head down. She was looking at her phone with a conflicted expression. Hearing his footsteps, Larissa looked up and asked Kevan, "Did you already know earlier on?" Thinking back, his unusual behavior made sense."Not that early. The night before yesterday, I heard that man's voice on Wendy's video call. I found it familiar, but I only suspected it." Kevan walked over to her and sat down. "So, that's why you deliberately offered to pick him up at the airport to confirm your suspicions?" "Yes." Now that things had progressed this far, Kevan had no need to hide anything. Although Wendy declined his offer, Kevan managed to confirm his suspicions on his own yesterday. His ears had not deceived him. This whole situation had become quite tricky. "Are yo
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Wendy said, "You have to walk faster than this, Larissa! It's almost time! Your husband can't wait!""Alright!" Larissa quickly gathered up her skirts and followed her.The sun was out.Its golden rays shone softly on the red carpet through the rose petals.Larissa suppressed her desire to stay here for a little while longer and quickly walked toward the end.It was the door to the glass hall.Gary held Aster's hand and his cane in the other, waiting for her at the entrance.When he saw her, Aster immediately let go of Gary's hand and rushed toward her. "You're so pretty today, Mommy!"Larissa patted his head and smiled gently. "Thank you."Aster was her flower boy. Like Gary, he was wearing a tuxedo with a little bowtie.He was holding a basket that was proportionate to his body. In it were rose petals of various colors and shapes.The music suddenly began playing.Gary walked up to her and extended his arm toward her. "Let's go."He looked at her with a smile, his eyes g
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Violet had set aside Larissa's breakfast for her.Larissa ate with reddened cheeks. Kevan and Aster, who had been waiting for her, got up at the same time. Violet brought out a boxful of pie from the kitchen."Don't forget this." She put the box in Kevan's hands."Alright. Thanks, Mom." Kevan looked at Larissa and asked, "Can we go now?"Larissa wanted to ignore him, but in front of Violet, she couldn't express her emotions right now."Yes," she replied, pulling Aster toward her. She said goodbye to Violet and strode out the door.Kevan smiled in slight annoyance and followed suit.…Kevan had told Aster beforehand that they were going to see Great-Grandpa. Thus, all of Aster's questions on the way there revolved around him."Why is great-grandpa called 'Great-Grandpa'?""Is he Grandpa's dad?""Is Great-Grandpa fierce?""If he's dead, how is he going to eat the pie?"…Kevan patiently answered all of his questions.Meanwhile, Larissa looked out the window silently.Keva
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Since Larissa had gone downstairs alone, it was natural to expect a few questions."Where's Kevan? Why isn't he coming down with you?""Where's Daddy? He said he would launch fireworks with me."Larissa walked over calmly and made up an excuse. "He's tired, so he showered and slept."The older people did not doubt her. Only Lewis stared at her thoughtfully."Oh … Why did Daddy sleep so early?" Aster pouted in disappointment."You can get him to launch fireworks with you tomorrow. It'll be the same." Larissa patted his head, keeping a calm expression on her face.Anthony and Violet gave the gifts they'd prepared to Larissa and Aster.Violet looked at them, tears falling down her cheeks."I have no regrets now," she said."Thank you, Mom." Larissa gave her a big hug.Violet was stunned, and she cried harder."Good girl." She hugged Larissa back, smiling widely.After Anthony and Violet, Gary and Lewis gave them their gifts. However, they were calm. Aster was so happy that he
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"Happy Reunion Day!"For some reason, Larissa's eyes became a little moist. Her voice even sounded a bit choked up."What's wrong?" Kevan nervously held her face, urging her to meet his gaze. "Didn't you like the fireworks just now?"She shook her head. "No, I really liked them!""Then, why are you crying?" Kevan couldn't stand seeing her cry; it tugged at his heart."I'm just very moved."She buried her face in his chest, speaking emotionally, "Welcoming the big family reunion dinner with the person you love is wonderful."The corners of Kevan's mouth gradually curved up as he heard what she said.The hand around her waist tightened inch by inch."I love you too, Lari."He lowered his head and planted a kiss on the top of her head.She hurriedly pushed him away as she sensed his body's response. But she couldn't move him much."They're still waiting for us downstairs!" she reminded him.Lewis knew she was awake, and the fireworks were already over. If they stayed he
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Larissa recalled that there was indeed such an incident.However, Kevan's excuse to her was that he needed to go to Westonia to handle matters concerning Edmund."Kevan knows how the customs work better than you! You're not even married. Yet, you're already taking his side!"Gary scoffed.His displeasure was quite obvious.Larissa chuckled awkwardly, then decided to come clean and reveal the whole truth. "Well, the truth is, Kevan and I never actually got divorced. I married him over six years ago."Gary hadn't heard this from Kevan.So, his emotions seemed conflicted upon first hearing that. He clutched his chest. It was as if he were experiencing some discomfort.Larissa and Lewis quickly approached him, asking with concern, "What's wrong? Are you okay?"In a sudden change of demeanor, Gary used his other hand to playfully tap Larissa's forehead.His expression instantly returned to normal. However, the tap was quite forceful, causing Larissa to wince in pain."If yo
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"Alright, then. We shall head out." Larissa gathered her belongings and pulled Kevan toward the exit."I'll come pick you up tomorrow morning. It's almost the big family reunion dinner day. "So, it's hard to find a cab on the road. You might even find yourself waiting for half a day without coming across an empty cab."Gary didn't refuse. Instead, he requested, "Then, you come alone tomorrow."Her steps hesitated a moment, and she sighed inwardly. Gary really hadn't changed."Alright," she agreed.…As soon as they closed the door, Larissa began complaining to Kevan, "I thought my dad had really come around! Turns out, he still has reservations about you!"Kevan tightened his grip on her hand and smiled."Take it slow; there has to be a gradual process."He didn't expect Gary to change his attitude overnight. But as long as things were moving in a positive direction, he was content.She shrugged upon hearing that."Well, it's not me who's being wronged here; it's y
