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Although he disliked meddling in family matters, he agreed to help because he understood Alex’s pain all
Suddenly, the thought of River overwhelmed him, causing excruciating pain. Her casual reply had left him in a daze. Was it really that easy for her to move on?
River woke up early on Saturday with the children. As she was preparing clothes for them, she received a call from Paige.
Upon answering the phone, she heard Paige’s excited voice. “Hey River, are you free today? Let’s go to a hot spring!”
River looked at the luggage in her hand, surprised. “Did you put a surveillance camera in my house?”
“Huh?” Paige was puzzled.
River chuckled. “I’m taking the kids to a hot spring in Rusvil.”
“Is it the one opening today?” Paige asked. “You don’t see me as a friend? I was about to invite you to go together!”
River explained, “I didn’t ask because I thought you were busy with Alex.”
Paige countered, “Well, he’s occupied with his mother.”
“How about we meet there at 10:00 a.m.?” River suggested.
“I’m already on my way to your place. We can go together later.”
“Alright, I’ll wait for you.”
River and Paige arrived at the Grand Hot Spring Hotel around 9:30 am.
The hotel entrance was bustling with luxurious cars, and elegantly dressed upper–class individuals were stepping out of them and heading inside.
This scene left River and Paige momentarily speechless.
Paige asked, “Did we make a mistake? Isn’t this the Grand Hot Spring Hotel?”
River scanned the area. ‘Yes, it is. Why would a newly opened hot spring hotel have such a wealthy crowd?”
River and Paige were bewildered, wondering about the hotel’s owner.
Paige leaned in closer to River. “River, they’re dressed so elegantly, and here we are feeling like country bumpkins…”
River chuckled helplessly, teasing Paige, “Not everyone dresses up like that, you know. Look, there are regular guests here, too.”
Tyler scoffed. “Godmother, maybe you should consider laser eye treatment.”
Upon hearing that, Paige glared at Tyler. “You never say anything nice!”
Tyler raised an eyebrow. “Should I buy you an elegant suit, then?”
Paige replied haughtily, I’m already charming enough just by being myself. I don’t need superficial things to enhance my charm.”
Liora affectionately hugged Paige. “Godmother, you’re the prettiest. Tyler doesn’t appreciate beauty. He’s a bit clueless.”
Paige pinched Liora’s cheek with joy. “Lia, you always say the sweetest things! Come on, let’s have somet fun!”
As they strolled toward the lobby, a sudden scream pierced the air.
“Alex!”
Paige and River stopped in their tracks and turned their heads.
They saw Azure in an elegant gown, waving gracefully.
Alex stood beside a nearby car, dressed in a sleek suit with a gleaming black stud. He grinned at Azure.” Hey there, Fatty Azzie. You made it, too?”
Azure walked over and held Alex’s arm. “You look so handsome in that suit, Alex! You’ve changed so much from your younger days.”
However, Alex quietly pulled his arm away from her. “Of course. Don’t you know that?”
River’s heart skipped a beat as she watched their interaction. She looked stiffly at Paige, sensing it wouldn’t be a day of carefree enjoyment with the children, not when Paige was staring at Alex in disbelief.
With her head tilted, Liora remarked, “Mr. Price has a lady with him-”
Tyler swiftly covered her mouth. “Shh!”
Before Liora could nod, Paige released Llora’s hand and marched angrily toward Alex.
However, Just as she took two steps, a fomillar car pulled up in front of her.
River’s heart raced when she spotted the license plate.
Why was Noah there, too?
Noah’s chauffeur opened the car door for him, and he stepped out in a black suit, exuding an air of cold intensity.
Paige halted in her tracks. “Mr. De Marco.”
Noah approached her. “Today marks the Grand Hot Spring Hotel’s opening ceremony for the Price Group.
There are paparazzi everywhere. Please think before you act.”
Paige’s eyes welled up with tears. “This is between Alex and me. Please don’t interfere.”
“Do you still want to be with Alex?” Noah asked coldly.
His question made Paige clench her fists. ‘Do I have to witness him being so intimate with another woman here?”
Noah raised an eyebrow. “You should calm down now.”
“I can’t!” Paige’s emotions got the best of her.
Unbeknownst to her, Alex was standing behind Noah and overheard her.
Realizing the situation, he hurried over to Noah and gazed at Paige, whose eyes were now red.
Panicking, he asked, “Paige, why are you here?”
Indignantly, Paige glared at Alex. “I wouldn’t have seen you arm–in–arm with that woman if I hadn’t come.”
Alex frowned. “I pulled my arm away as soon as she linked hers with mine.”
“Is that so?” Paige retorted, her anger intensifying. “I also heard what you called her!”
Alex was caught in a dilemma. “Azure is my childhood friend, Paige… Can we discuss this later?”
“No, I don’t want to!” Paige snapped. “A delayed explanation is unsatisfactory!”
River and the children watched the scene unfold with sighs of frustration.
Tyler commented, “It’s frustrating to be kept in the dark…”
Liora felt sympathy for Paige, saying pitifully, “Cut it out with the sarcasm, Tyler.”
Tyler shrugged. “I’m just being honest.”
River glanced at the children, frustration written on her face. “Stay here and wait for me. I’ll be back soon.”
The children nodded.
River loosened her grip on the children’s hands and approached Paige. “Let’s go inside first, Paige.”
Paige was nearly in tears. “I can’t stand this place, River!”
River leered at Alex. “He should feel bad, not you.”
She turned away, not even looking at Noah, Noah watched their retreating figures while Alex’s eyes remained fixed on Paige. Both wore pained expressions.
After checking in, River and Paige headed upstairs.
However, the opening ceremony was in full swing downstairs, creating quite a racket.
Paige collapsed on the bed and sobbed loudly. “Alex is a liar!”
River comforted Paige, stroking her back. “Maybe there’s more to it than we think?”
“Why would that be?” Paige abruptly sat up, mascara streaking her face.
The sight shocked the two children.
“That’s hideous!” Tyler stared at Paige in contempt.
Liora looked at Tyler in disbelief. “Why are you still bullying Godmother, Tyler?”
Tyler casually squeezed Liora’s hand.
Liora realized her brother was subtly trying to improve Paige’s mood.
Paige glared at Tyler. “Who are you talking about, brat?”
Tyler pointed at Paige. “The one who’s crying.”
Paige turned to River, wiping her face. “I might strangle your son today, River”
Saying that, she playfully pounced on Tyler.
River felt relieved seeing the three of them playing on the bed. She approved of Tyler’s tactics. Sher didn’t know how else to comfort Paige.
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door.
River got up to answer it.
When she opened the door, she saw Azure standing in the hallway.
River’s expression turned cold. “What do you want?”
“May I ask if Ms. Watson is here? Azure asked respectfully.
The playful noises in the room ceased. Paige leaned over to see who it was, and her expression changed upon spotting Azure.
Paige looked at her warily. “Why are you here?”
Azure nodded at River and entered the room, carrying a gown.
River leaned against the door, keeping an eye on Azure.
Azure stole a glance at the children. “You have lovely kids.”
The children stared at her without saying a word.
Paige got out of bed and confronted Azure with her head held high. “Spill it!”
Azure smiled. ‘I’m here to clarify things on Alex’s behalf.”
“Why can’t he do it himself?” Paige asked, displeased.
Azure explained, “He’s caught up with the opening ceremony. He won’t be here anytime soon.”
Paige was furious. “You don’t have to act like his girlfriend and defend him!”
Azure’s smile faded. “Alex and I have been friends since childhood. I only recently returned to the country after studying abroad. Our relationship is purely platonic.”