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28. P E N E L O P E
Henry looks at me and I watch as his beautiful blue eyes fill up with tears.
"Penny, you –
"Surprise baby," I smile. He lifts me and kisses me.
"You are the best thing that's ever happened to me, thank you, baby,"
Everyone coos and we share another kiss.
He lowers me to the ground, and I walk over to the twins.
"Thank you, guys. This looks amazing," I say, looking around the room.
"Anything for your princess and Henry, of course," Ashby smiles.
"Henry almost cried," Archie laughs, "Y
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I hate party poopers, gate crashers, and anyone who just wants to rumple on the happiness of others. My dad is one of those people."I can't believe you didn't invite me to your own birthday party Henry. I'm your father," he says faking his disappointment."We did it for a reason, Jeffery," my mother defends.I walk up to my father with the intent of beating the hell out of him, but I decide not to. I stare him down and shake my head. He had some nerve showing up here after everything he has done to me."What are you doing, father?'He smirks, "To see you son.""Bullshit.""I try to be the bigger person, a better father and this is how you treat me?"I chuckle, "We both know that that's not true. Please leave."I really thought you'd be happy to see me,""No. After everything you've done. You should be grateful that we didn't get you arrested."My father walks over to our table and picks up a glass of champagne. He looks at Penny and chuckles before chugging down the champagne."I see
The King's Queen 30. H E N R Y
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The King's Queen 31. P E N E L O P E
"Except for that guy,"Henry gets up from his chair, I grab his arm and he looks at me. He was angry, he didn't want us anywhere near his father after what he did."Babe no,"He shakes his head and releases his hand from my grip. I look over at Aunt Linda for help and she shakes her head. I had to let him be. I watched as he went upstairs, and I sat back down in my chair."You need to let him be," Aunt Linda says, "Their relationship has nothing to do with you, Penny."I sigh, "Aunty, I don't know if it's a good idea. He needs to let his mother live.""And you need to give them space and Henry will learn that he needs to mind his damn business when it comes to his mama."I chuckle, "I guess, you're right."Aunt Linda gets up and starts dishing up breakfast for her and me. She places a knife and a fork in front of me."Nana?""Yes?""How would you feel if we hired a cleaning staff and a cook?"Aunt Linda grins, "It's about time you asked me that question. I would love that.""Isn't it
The King's Queen 32. P E N E L O P E
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The King's Queen 33. H E N R Y
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The King's Queen 34. P E N E L O P E
Henry rose from the plush sofa, his movements deliberate and slow, and silently left the living room. The weight of the situation was palpable, a tangible tension hanging in the air. I glanced over at Archie, who returned my look with a sympathetic nod, his eyes filled with understanding and concern. Shifting my gaze to Ashby and Sophia, I noted how they seemed to have moved on from the fraught conversation, their laughter and easy demeanour a stark contrast to the turmoil churning within me.I stood up from the couch, the cushions sighing in relief as I left, and made my way to the patio. The evening air was cool and crisp, a welcome change from the stifling atmosphere inside. The patio overlooked a beautifully manicured garden, the setting sun casting long, golden shadows that danced across the vibrant flowers and lush greenery. The scent of blooming jasmine
The King's Queen 35. P E N E L O P E
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The King's Queen 36. H E N R Y
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