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Nathan opened his mouth, still trying to defend himself. "I…""Alright, Mr. Lowe," Wanda cut him off. "Explanations just make it look worse. You know exactly what you're thinking when it comes to Mrs. Lowe."Nathan fell silent.She wasn't wrong. Sometimes, he really couldn't help himself.Just then, Ivy came downstairs. "Morning."Nathan looked up.Today, she was wearing a soft, pale yellow dress. Her long curls were loosely pinned up, and a pair of pearl earrings rested against her ears. She looked gentle and radiant.Morning sunlight poured through the tall windows, wrapping around her as she stepped inside.Nathan couldn't take his eyes off her. But before he could keep staring, Wanda stepped directly in front of him."That's enough staring."Nathan was speechless. Was he not even allowed to look at his own wife?Ivy took a seat at the table. Wanda set a glass of milk beside her."Have some milk."Ever since Ivy got pregnant, Nathan had the strong feeling his status i

Roger sounded cheerful on the phone. "Hey, Ivy. What are you up to right now?""I'm trying on a dress," Ivy replied. "It's for your birthday party tomorrow. Since you called, I'll say it now. Happy early birthday, Grandpa. Wishing you many more healthy years ahead."Roger burst into laughter. "I appreciate the thought. You and Nathan had better show up on time tomorrow."Ivy didn't mention that Nathan had already left on a business trip. "Don't worry. We'll be there on time.""Good. And make sure you take care of yourself. The child you're carrying is part of the Lowe family. That baby is very important.""I know. I'll see you tomorrow."Ivy hung up the call and gently placed a hand over her flat stomach. Tomorrow, the baby would go onto the battlefield with her.Noelle and Kate had always been like a pair of tumors she could never quite cut out. She had tolerated them for years.But now, it was time to face them head-on.Those two would definitely make a move tomorrow. Who wo

"Dad, Kate is already outside," Edric said quickly. "She's a good girl, very polite and well behaved. She said she'll only come in if you allow it. If not, she'll just stay outside and celebrate your birthday from there. You should meet her. You'd definitely love her!"Tabitha let out a cold snort. In her eyes, that illegitimate girl had clearly inherited her mother's talent for sweet talk.Roger looked straight at Edric."Tell her to go home."The refusal came without hesitation."Dad!" Edric exclaimed, aghast. Roger's expression hardened. "Tabitha said one thing that was absolutely right. Ivy is the only daughter of the Quinn family. I won't acknowledge anyone else."Edric's face fell instantly. Without another word, he turned and walked away.Outside the estate gates, Kate and Noelle were waiting in a luxury sedan. They had been sitting there the entire time, waiting for Edric to fight their way in and bring back an answer.Kate looked increasingly anxious. "Mom, do you th

Jealousy churned under Noelle's calm expression.She nodded to Kate. "Yes, Ivy's here. Where's Mr. Lowe?"Kate glanced over, then her face lit up. "He didn't come!""What?" Noelle snapped.She looked again. Ivy had stepped out of the car and gone in alone. There was no sign of Nathan anywhere.A sharp smile spread across Noelle's face. "I can't believe this. Nathan actually didn't show up. This couldn't be better!"Kate's eyes gleamed. "Tonight's party was supposed to revolve around him. Grandpa's been waiting for him this whole time. Now that he's not here, this is going to get interesting!"Noelle pulled out her phone and dialed a number. "Hello."A man's voice came through almost immediately. "Noelle? Well, that's a surprise. You're calling me first? I thought you didn't want me reaching out, in case Edric found out.""I'm calling about something important. Cut it out," she said flatly."Alright, what is it?""I need you to find out where Mr. Lowe is right now."There wa

The crowd quickly chimed in. "We don't mind waiting. Mr. Lowe must just be tied up with work.""Getting to see Mr. Lowe at all would be an honor."Tabitha leaned closer to Ivy and lowered her voice. "Is he here yet?"Ivy looked at Roger. "Grandpa, Nathan isn't coming today."What?Roger stiffened. "What did you just say? Nathan isn't coming?"Tabitha frowned. "Why isn't he here? It's your grandfather's birthday. Didn't you say he'd come with you?"Ivy stayed calm. "There's a problem with one of Lowe Group's overseas projects, so Nathan had to fly out overnight. He feels terrible about missing your birthday, but he asked me to pass along his wishes and hopes you have many more years ahead."So Nathan had gone on a business trip.Roger wasn't pleased. Of all times, it had to be today. Still, he kept it off his face. "I see. Work comes first."Tabitha quickly smoothed things over. "Men have responsibilities. The Lowe family runs a massive operation. Nathan's the heir, so it's on