There were just too many memories. That piano in the restaurant–Julian had once yed it.

    Julian lifted the piano lid and sat down, ying a familiar tune with one hand. Memories of the past echoed in the restaurant, lingering for a long time. At the corner of his eyes, a faint glint of emotion shimmered.

    Willow was a regret, a heartache, and a mark he could never erase. She was unforgettable for life!

    Sitting at the dining table, Sacha stared at the man she had fallen for. However, her gaze dimmed.

    She thought that through effort and pleasing Julian he mighte to like her, even if just a little. But the man before her was filled with longing for his ex–wife.

    He couldn’t hide his feelings for Willow, nor did he want to hide them.

    Sacha decided not to do wrong to herself anymore. She had had enough.

    She grabbed a napkin and wiped away her smudged eyeliner. Her voice wasced with sadness as she faced the refined man across from her.

    “Julian, I don’t want to marry you anymore. I mighte from a modest family, but that doesn’t mean I have to degrade myself.

    “Not only do I have to be a stepmother, but I also have to sit here and watch you put on a romantic performance. Who are you putting on a show for?

    “Don’t you know how to show me a little respect? Can’t you just pretend for a bit? You’re such a jerk! As for the 300 thousand dors spent to book this ce, you can pay for it yourself!”

    The more Sacha spoke, the more furious she got. She grabbed a ss of juice and threw it straight at Julian’s face.

    Julian just closed his eyes slightly. Then, realizing what she had done, Sacha regretted it and. panicked. She quickly grabbed her handbag and bolted.

    The night was quiet and still. Julian wiped the juice off his face. He couldn’t help but think that he would probably have to go on blind dates again.

    Both families learned about the fallout quickly.

    Mnie called Julian tofort him, partly to test the waters. She was hoping that Julian would take the initiative and pursue Willow again, so the family of four could be reunited.

    But Julian refused calmly, “Mom, what can I offer her? How do I give her happiness?”

    Hearing this, Mnie fell silent.

    Time flew, and soon it was already the holidays. After getting Willow’s permission, the Zieglers picked Gabrie up, reuniting her with Landon.

    Since it was the holidays, Julian stayed home with the kids.

    Noah, who was now working under Julian, had personally crafted two small swings for the children. The two children sat in the swings under the autumn breeze, their joyousughter ringing far…

    Dexter returned from Yarrowmere, dressed in all ck with a canvas bag slung over his shoulder.

    His face was dark, as if he had just crawled out of a coal mine.

    As he closed the door to his Range Rover, he could hear the sound of childrenughing from afar. Then, he saw Julian ying with the children, painting a picture of a happy father with his kids.

    That image was really dazzling to Dexter’s eyes.

    He strode over and rummaged through his bag before pulling out several treats. “Landon, Gabrie, your dear uncle brought you yummy treats.”

    Landon hopped off the swing and ran over to Dexter He gave Dexter a loud, smacking kiss on the cheek before picking out two pieces of candy.

    Gabrie quickly followed behind Landon.

    This was her first time meeting Dexter, but perhaps he shared some resemnce with Julian, she didn’t shy away. She also carefully picked two pieces of candy from Dexter’srge palm.

    Dexter looked at Gabrie and was filled with fondness. He pulled her over for a kiss.

    Then, with one child in each arm, he dered, “Uncle’s taking you two to ride the big horse.”

    As they walked off into the distance, Noah turned to Julian in confusion. “We have a big horse here? Since when?”

    Julian leanedzily against the swing and replied, “Isn’t he the horse?”