Chapter 2239 Hardly.” Deep down, Mark felt a bit unsettled. Yet, the thought of Peter''s hard-raised daughter being with his son brought him somefort.


    Cecilia''s voice softened.


    “What''s wrong?” “Nothing!” Mark quickly replied.


    He sighed.


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    “Just realizing the kids have all grown up.” ANGELA''sLIBRARY Gently, he lowered his head and kissed her nose.


    “But my Cecilia is still so sweet.” Cecilia, seeing him rx, released her worries.


    Peters birthday was just a few days away.


    He had saved diligently all his life. His birthday was always a grand event.


    His son and daughter-inw hurried back from abroad to help with the preparations. Laura, having a good rtionship with her sister-inw Penney although they didn''t see each other often, also lent a hand, feeling very much a part of the family.


    The vi''s front yard was busy with arriving cars.


    Peter and his wife, along with their children, weed their guests.


    They smiled so broadly that their faces seemed to stretch, despite the chilly weather.


    Peter, ever the caring father, told the younger ones, “Go inside, eat something and get warm. Don''t freeze out here with us.” Lina, his wife, feigned annoyance.


    “So I should just freeze here with you?” Peter chuckled “You''re my partner in hardship! The kids can''tpare to you.” Lina couldn''t help butugh.


    Laura, watching from the side, smiled softly, basking in the family’s warmth.


    Her sister-inw nudged her.


    “Laura, let''s go inside and get something to eat”