Chapter 539

After the birthday party ended, Julien spoke briefly with Samuel in the backyard, where Samuel was looking after Tammy. Julien took the initiative to ask, "Why didn't Shelmaine come?" "Work," Samuel replied. "You brought Tammy yourself?" "Yeah." "Didn't expect you'd be so good at it." Samuel smiled faintly. "When Shelly had just given birth to Tammy, her body was really weak. I took care of the baby. At first, I didn't even know how to hold her. Over time, I learned how to make formulas, bathe her, change diapers—everything." Julien's gaze fell on Tammy. She was a beautiful child. Even at such a young age, it was clear she resembled Shelmaine. She was bound to grow up into a stunning young woman. Meanwhile, Josie was hiding behind the curtains, watching them. She couldn't hear their conversation that distance, but the sight of the two men—who had once been rivals—chatting calmly was almost surreal. Was this some kind of grand reconciliation? Josie felt conflicted. She had a n