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    Richard’s face became a mask ofplexity.


    Katrina mmed her hand down on the table, pointing furiously at Ronald’s wife across from her.


    “What absurdity is this? How dare you suggest such a thing? Joyce doesn’t even have a boyfriend. How could she possibly be pregnant? She has given her whole heart to Alexander. She’s one of a kind!”


    Katrina felt sure that everything was aligning perfectly. But the unexpected twist threw her ns into disarray. How could she contain her anger?


    She scowled, gearing up to press her agenda with Richard, when he suddenly stood.


    With a courteous smile, Richard addressed Katrina.


    “Given that Joyce seems unwell, perhaps it’s best we cut this dinner short. Katrina, I appreciate your sentiments, but these matters should really be left to the younger ones to decide. There’s no need to rush. Indeed, a young woman’s best years are valuable, and careful consideration is essential. Should there truly be a suitable match for Joyce, we would wholeheartedly give our blessings.”


    Katrina was stunned. She scrambled for words to defend Joyce, but Richard had already turned to Alexander, signaling their departure.


    “Alexander, let’s head out.”


    As Katrina and Caiden saw them off, Katrina hurried to rify to Richard.


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    “Please understand. Joyce ate something cold earlier, which upset her stomach. Please, forgive this misunderstanding.


    You’re absolutely right—finding true love is essential, and I firmly believe Alexander is perfect for Joyce. Now that Dani is out of the picture, nothing should stand in their way!”


    Keeping pace with Richard’s strides, Katrina struggled in her high heels.


    Richard paused only to offer a parting word before climbing into his car.


    “Katrina, I’ve taken in everything you’ve said. The young people indeed seem well-suited, but if Joyce is indeed feeling unwell, perhaps a doctor’s visit would be prudent, just to rule out any concerns. Only then can we all truly rest easy, don’t you agree?”


    Katrina fully grasped the weight of Richard’s parting words.


    For the Harper and Bet families to sessfully unite, Joyce couldn’t be pregnant.


    Katrina and Caiden maintained their smiles as they bid Richard and Alexander farewell.


    However, as soon as their car disappeared from view, Katrina’s suppressed fury resurfaced. She stormed back into the private dining room and struck Ronald’s wife across the face.


    “You fool! What rubbish are you spouting? Just because you’ve had a child, you think you know everything!”


    Ronald’s wife held her cheek, her voice meek.


    “I was merely making conversation. I never imagined Richard would take it to heart. Besides, if Joyce isn’t pregnant, it’s merely a jest. Why such a harsh reaction?”


    Katrina found herself gasping for air, overwhelmed by frustration. Someone else interjected, “Exactly, if Joyce isn’t really pregnant, what’s the harm in thement? Why the outrage?”


    Ronald, humiliated by the public spectacle, challenged Katrina.


    “You’re overstepping, Katrina! Remember, before you married Caiden, you were just a street vendor. Now you lord over us as if you’ve always been above us. Control your daughter better! I’m convinced Joyce is pregnant. She’s unmarried and bringing disgrace upon our family. Like mother, like daughter! You’re no better than Caiden’s first wife. Joyce is far worse than Dani ever was.”


    Theparison to Dani’s mother infuriated Katrina more than anything else. She pointed furiously towards the exit.


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