That was also a concern for them.

Antonio cast a solemn nce at Winnie’s receding figure.

When Laura told her about what happened at the orphanage, she burst outughing in response, expressing her support.

His expression grew even more serious.

[Everyone, please be on alert. Don’t let Winnie know the true identity of the child! So far, Winnie is truly happy to be with her. If she knows the truth, it will definitely be a blow to

her.]

As he spoke, he secretly took pictures of Winnie and Laura.

Winnie was chatting happily with Laura, and Laura was looking at her with anticipation.

The scene between the two of them created an indescribable feeling of warmth.

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The expressions of the Yale family’s siblings gradually softened as they witnessed the scene.

Louis suddenly typed: [It would be wonderful if she were Winnie’s daughter.]

They would certainly dote on her.

The brothers from the Smith family also had mixed feelings after seeing the scene.

Xander replied: [Mom has always been a little slow–witted. She most likely had no idea

Laura was Dad’s child. She probably feels sorry for her, thinking she is an orphan.]

Everett added: [I feel the same way. I just hope Laura doesn’t give her identity away identally.]

Jasper was also nervous and messaged: [L is a very clever child. She won’t say anything.]

However, beneath that message, both of his brothers sent the same response: [If she reveals the truth, we’ll abandon her.)

Antonio furrowed his brows as he gazed ahead at the girl nestled in Winnie’s embrace.

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Her long, curledshes fluttered intermittently, and her chubby little hand held Winnie’s shirt gently, looking adorable and well–behaved.

Even if she were to reveal the truth, he would never abandon her.

The banquet was held at Hill Hotel, the most luxurious hotel in Luceras.

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Zayn sat expressionless on the couch, wearing a well–tailored ck suit. Some of his bangs werebed back, while a few strands fell onto his forehead, giving him a stylish look.

Even from a distance, his good looks were apparent.

The banquet marked his formal entry into upper–ss society on that day.

From then on, he would be the Graham family’s designated heir.

He looked weary, finding all of that tedious and tiresome.

A few adults approached him, smiling and greeting him.

He responded with polite nods rather than smiles.

Nathan, holding his cane, sat beside Zayn. His eyes were all smiles as he conversed amiably

with others.

However, his gaze seemed to linger on Zayn.

Zayn had a glum expression on his face ever since he sat down, as if someone owed him a

fortune.

Once everyone moved away, Nathan’s smiling face turned solemn. “Zayn, can’t you be a bit happier?”

“Whether I am happy or not, they will all try to tter me. It makes no difference if I smile or not. I am not going to hide my feelings,” Zayn dered, his tone arrogant.

Nathan was rendered speechless.

“How did I end up with such a bgrandson/b? He has a bad temper, which is diametrically opposed to my son’s personality. Only his stubbornness is simr to his father’s,” he thought.

A short whileter, several people came over to Zayn, each carrying a ss of wine. “We

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have heard that Mr. Zayn Graham is a gifted person with a recent IQ test score of 190. Your

future seems promising!”

Zayn nodded and replied, “Thank you for thepliment.”

Mandy, dressed in a beautiful pink princess dress, stood in a corner, nervously watching

Zayn.

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Jace and Annie were standing next to her, pointing at Zayn. “Can you see him, Mandy? He is the person you should be ttering today. This is ourst chance!”

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