Silas nodded upon Shane’s orders. Suddenly remembering something, he piped up, “Mr. Shane, there’s still one more thing.”

“What is it?”

“When you were in the meeting earlier, Mr. Baker called and asked you out for dinner. He probably wants to ask you about the paternity test.”

“Okay,” replied Shane curtly.

At night, Joyce had just arrived at the Moonlight Restaurant, carrying two huge gift bags. “Sorry, Nat. I’m late.”

“It’s fine. We’ve just arrived too! Take a seat.” Natalie pulled a chair out for her.

Joyce sat down and passed a bag each to Connor and Sharon. “Happy birthday, darlings!”

“Thank you, Aunt Joyce!” The children received the gifts happily and kissed both of her cheeks.

Joyce laughed jovially, her eyes crinkling into tiny crescents. “Have you ordered anything yet?”

“Nope. We can’t possibly order when Aunt Joyce hasn’t reached yet. Here you go.” Natalie passed the menu to Joyce.

 

Taking it over, Joyce flipped the menu open and ordered two dishes that Connor and Sharon liked. Then, she passed the menu back to the waiter.

Soon, the waiter pushed a trolley over and served the dishes.
 

He then carried a cake over with a candle in the shape of the number four on it.

I’m sure it’s delicious.” Staring at

snorted in disdain. “Don’t all cakes taste the same?

that was what he said, his eyes had

pair of siblings,

but squeeze Connor’s cheeks. “Connor, can’t

go of me!” mumbled Connor, his words muffled because Joyce

Natalie quickly interrupted, “Alright, Joyce. Let

released

he quickly got off the chair and chose a seat further

except when she’s

sit next to her

birthday to Connor and Sharon. Aunt Joyce and I wish the both of you a very merry birthday and will have all the joy a day

their cheeks and blew out the candle. Then, they closed their eyes and

affectionately, Natalie’s heart

today. Soon,

passed by so

years ago, they were still little toddlers who could barely walk. Within the blink of an eye,

help but feel

that moment, Sharon, who had finished making her wish, suddenly

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