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Upon hearing Timothy’s outburst, the members of the Vuncey family exchanged smug glances, confident that the patriarch de so foolish as to acknowledge an illegitimate child in front of everynne. After all, such a scandal would tamish the family’s reputation
However, Timothy slowly rose to his feet, his gaze lived on Hayden. With a nod, he declared, “Son, I’m glad you’ve come back to recognize me. Welcome home.”
His words sent shockwaves through the room. The Yuncey family members were stunned–Timothy had just acknowledged his son
“What nonsense are you spouting, old mant Have you lost your mind? Calling him your son? Bachel was the first to object, grabbing Timothy’s arm in an attempt to make him retract his statement.
“Dad, how can you acknowledge him…” Quill and his brothers were equally flustered. Their father must have gone mad! After all these years of denying the illegitimate child, why acknowledge him now?
Timothy, angered by their protests, snapped, “Enought Can’t I recognize my own son?”
Caitlin turned to Hayden. “Timothy has acknowledged you. Shouldn’t you respond?”
Hayden shook his head, his eyes misty. Timothy’s eyes were also red–rimmed. The father and son clasped hands, their emotions conveyed through their gare.
Rachel was seething, her anger boiling over. That old man had promised never to acknowledge the illegitimate child, yet here he was, publicly doing so. It felt like a slap in the face, a dagger to the heart.
The rest of the Yuncey family were equally displeased, but with guests present, they couldn’t openly oppose the decision.
Caitlin observed their barely concealed fury, a slight smile playing on her lips. If they couldn’t handle this , they were in for more surprises.
As the banquet concluded, Timothy led his son back to the main hall, with the other guests gradually returning as well. Rachel wore a sour expression, and the Yuncey family members were all harboring their own thoughts, Carmen and the others were furious with Caitlin. If it weren’t for her meddling, this whole recognition fiasco wouldn’t have occurred.
Timothy engaged in casual conversation with Hayden. When the rest of the family joined them, he began introductions. “ Hayden , you’re new to the family. Let me introduce everyone….
He started with Rachel, but she cut him off, her tone icy . “No need for introductions. I’m not like you, recognizing any stray that comes along”
Her words were harsh, offering Hayden no respect. He stared at her, noting the disdain etched on her face.
Timothy frowned, about to speak, when the sound of beautiful , romantic music drifted in from outside. The guests turned their attention
toward the source.
“Grandpa, the musical performance is starting. Let me help you outside to enjoy it. It was arranged especially for you,” Carmen offered, assisting Timothy.
Timothy invited Hayden, “Come on, let’s take a look.”
Rachel, reluctant, was also escorted out by Greta.
Everyone exited the banquet hall, eyes fixed on the approaching band. After about ten minutes of performance, vibrant fireworks suddenly exploded in the sky,
The dazzling display formed two lines of text:
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“Happy Birthday, Timothy” and “Congratulations on Your Wedding
The guests burst into laughter upon seeing the “Congratulations on Your Wedding” message.
“Must be a mistakel ‘Congratulations on Your Wedding 7 Haha…”
“Did they mess up the banners? Why the wedding wishes?”
As everyone chuckled, the band resumed playing, and the saxophone’s melody filled the air,
A procession entered, leading a pristine white carriage adorned with crystals and Nowers. Seated atop was a middle–aged woman in an elegant, understated wedding gown, matching Timothy’s attire for the day.
Most people couldn’t recognize the woman, but Rachel would never forget her.
Upon seeing Taylor in the carriage, Rachel lost it. She hobbled forward with her cane , shouting, “What is this? Who allowed her here? Gether
out!”
Taylor, dressed in her wedding gown, stood her ground. Today was her special day, the culmination of years of longing. Even facing her nemesis, she wouldn’t back down.
“Long time no see, Rachel, Taylor said calmly.
Timothy was equally shocked to see Taylor alive. He had believed she was long gone.
Overwhelmed with emotion, Timothy was at a loss for words.
Rachel was furious. “Taylor , you’re relentless! So this was your plan all along? Sending your son first, then trying to re–enter the Yuncey family? Dream on!”
She raised her cane to strike Taylor, who didn’t flinch, not even blinking
Caitlin intervened, catching the cane with a smile. “Rachel, why so angry? Timothy has acknowledged Hayden. It’s only right that Hayden’s mother officially returns to the Yuncey family.
“Look around–guests are here, the birthday celebration is in full swing. Timothy has reunited with his son. Isn’t this a series of joyous events?”
At this point, everyone realized that the woman in the wedding gown was Hayden’s mother, the once–famous singer Taylor, rumored to have died years ago.
They were astonished to see her alive.
“You… you little brat, this is all your doing?” Rachel finally understood that Caitlin had orchestrated the entire event. Her anger reached its peak, her heart nearly giving out.
“Rachel, that’s not very gracious of you. Regardless, you couldn’t stop Timothy and Hayden’s mother from beir has already had three wives; marrying a fourth isn’t inappropriate, is it?”
Caitlin released the cane, her think, Rachel?”
ether back then. Timothy
gaze piercing Rachel. “Moreover, she bore Timothy a son. By all rights, she deserves a proper title, don’t you