James and Helen's expression turned gloomy. After what had just happened, it was clear to them that
the Reeves Family didn't take them seriously at all. Moreover, although Cayden was married to
Maddie, he was not thriving in the Reeves Family at all. He had probably aged so much and become
so haggard due to the extreme sufferings in the Reeves Family.
However, now that James thought about it carefully, this was to be expected. When Cayden married
Maddie, it was as if he had married into the Reeves Family instead. Who in a big family like the Reeves
Family wouldn't look down on a son-in-law like him? James and Helen couldn't help but think of
Matthew. Didn't they treat him like this a long time ago as well?
The two sighed and James grabbed Cayden. "Cayden, forget it. We came here mostly just to see you
today. As for Old Master Reeves’ birthday, it doesn't matter to us! Don't torture yourself anymore. We
haven't seen each other for so many years, so it's enough for us to just share a few drinks together”
Cayden's expression turned crestfallen. He sat next to James, his eyes slightly red as he apologized,
"James, I-I'm sorry..”James patted Cayden on the shoulder. "Oh, come on. We're old friends, aren't
we? Don't sweat it”
The three of them sat and chatted for a while when suddenly, a group of youngsters walked over from a
distance. When Cayden spotted them, his eyes lit up in an instant. He immediately stood up and
dragged one of the young men over.
"James, let me introduce you to my son, Noel. Noel, this is Mr. Cunningham that I told you about
before. Hurry, say hello!” he urged with a smile.
James immediately broke into a smile. "Oh, so this is Noel? You're all grown up now! The last time I
met you, you were still a child! Noel, do you still remember me?"
Noel Robinson glanced at James up and down, and a trace of disdain appeared on his face. "I do!
You're Mr. Cunningham from Eastcliff. The last time I saw you, you were asking my dad to lend money
to you, right?”
James’ expression suddenly turned embarrassed. They had been living in poverty a few years ago, so
they'd indeed borrowed money from Cayden several times.
Cayden hurriedly said, "Noel, what are you on about? James is my childhood friend, and he’s also
helped me a lot back then! He's just like a brother to me. To be honest, many years ago, I even
discussed with James to arrange a marriage between our families. Kid, you fell out of luck. In the end,
this matter wasn't carried out. Otherwise, we'd be even closer!”
James couldn't help but smile at his words. Back then, they did talk about this.
However, Noel's face suddenly sank. "Ha, Dad, I was lucky then!
Thankfully, this marriage fell through. If not, wouldn't I have to go all the way to Eastcliff to take a
worthless woman home?”
Cayden's expression fell slightly. “Noel... you better watch your words!"
Noel retorted coldly, "What, am I wrong? How could you arrange a marriage for me so casually? Even if
you refuse to consider my feelings, you have to at least think about the Reeves Family, right?Dad,
we're from a big family. If I had to marry someone, they would have to be a good match for me, no?”
Cayden's face contorted with fury as he pointed at Noel. “You... You… How could you speak with such
insolence?!"
James’ expression had turned cold as well. This kid, Noel... Isn't hebeing too harsh with his words?
Just as he was about to retort, a clear voice sounded from behind him. "Mom, Dad... why are you
here?"
The two turned around, only to see Sasha decked out in white standing not too far away from them.
Though the moment Noel saw her, his eyes widened.
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