Other kids have both Daddy and Mommy living with them... Daddy used to sleep with Mommy and me, but not anymore.” Marcus, touched by Matthew''s innocence, reassured him softly, “Don’t worry. Daddy will always be here for you.” Though Matthew nodded, his mncholy lingered.


    Marcus contemted saying something further, but considering Matthew''s young age, he wouldn''t understand. In the end, he said nothing. Arriving at the Fowler family mansion, he parked the car.


    As he nced around in the twilight, he spotted Waylen patiently waiting for their arrival.


    Marcus lowered the car window, and Matthew eagerly leaned out, catching sight of Waylen. With a delighted squeal, he tossed his toy aside and pressed his face against the window as Waylen approached.


    Waylen lifted Matthew from the car, nting a gentle ki*s on his cheek.


    “For my dear Matthew, may you grow taller in the new year.” Blushing, Matthew buried his face in Waylen''s embrace.


    Just then, Daniel arrived, and the two boys hit it off instantly, joined by Evelyn and other children who gathered for a joyous time.


    Even Ollie, the yful puppy, bounded over, adding to the merry chaos on thewn.


    Stepping out of the car, Marcus observed the children’sughter with a mixture of nostalgia and detachment.


    Waylen cleared his throat. “Where''s Melissa?” Bears Marcus nonchntly lit a cigarette, taking a drag before responding coolly, “We broke up” Waylen''s expression soured as he mmed a document onto the hood of the car, demanding, “What''s the meaning of this, Marcus? Bargaining with your girlfriend? You''ve truly astonished me! How dare you degrade Melissa like this?” His voice trailed off as he scanned the agreement, his indignation rising.


    “Two hundred thousand dors for monthly allowance? Marcus...


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    Is that how you value Matthew? This is uneptable! How could you


    treat someone in such a humiliating manner? I''ve heard that Melissa''s annual sry is approximately eight million now. It''s no surprise she ended things with you! You scoundrel, stop bringing shame upon the Fowler family” With a cigarette in hand, Marcus cast a fleeting nce at Waylen before quipping, “Matthew''s a boy; he doesn''t need to be pampered like the girls” Waylen scoffed. “Doesn''t need to be pampered like girls? Fine! How about giving me a granddaughter to spoil then?” He seethed with anger.


    “In just a few days, you''ve not only alienated Melissa but also snatched the project she had been working for months. Do you think all women will fall for that when you get dominant?” Waylen was seething with anger, his body trembling with fury.


    Marcus remainedposed, puffing on his cigarette.


    Unable to contain his indignation, Waylen pointed at the agreement, demanding, “What on earth were you thinking? If you still care for Melissa, how can you treat her so callously? No woman would tolerate such humiliation.” This time, Marcus didn''t feign ignorance and replied tly, “Melissa and I are done. That''s all there is tot.” Waylen bristled, wanting to argue further, but he relented at the sight of Marcus’ resolute expression.