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Jonathan took the candy from Michael’s hand and ruffled his hair . “ What are you
doing here ? ”
“ I’m here for the food ! ” Michael replied , nibbling on his finger , his eyes sparkling as he stared at Jonathan .
“ Mike , do you remember me ? ” Irene couldn’t help reaching out to pat Michael’s head .
Michael said , “ You’re Mr. Lime’s mom . ”
Sherry hurried over and scooped Michael up , looking flustered . She’d just gone to the restroom , and when she came back , he was gone .
“ I’m so sorry , Mr. Lynn , ” Sherry apologized as she carried Michael away .
Irene was still watching Michael . She turned to Jonathan and asked , “ Is she Mike’s mom ? ”
“ Yeah , ” Jonathan replied , pulling his gaze back to the stage . Irene let out a sigh . Michael was so lively and adorable , and she wished he could be part of the family .
“ Seeing other people with kids makes you jealous , right ? You should get married and have one , ” Irene teased .
Jonathan said , “ I’m not jealous . ”
“ Liar ,” Irene said . “ You definitely are . ”
As she spoke , Irene couldn’t help glancing back . She couldn’t spot which table Michael had gone to . He was out of sight .
Sherry carried Michael back to his seat and breathed a sigh of relief . “ Don’t run off like that , or your mom’s going to blame me . ”
“ Who’s his mom ? ” a lazy , teasing voice suddenly chimed in .
Sherry looked over warily and saw Sanford’s face . She didn’t know him . At that table , it was just Sherry and Michael , with Sanford sitting right across
from them .
“ Hey , little guy , what’s your name ? Tell me and I’ll give you some candy , ” Sanford said , holding out the sweets .
“ No need , ” Michael said . “ Mom says I can’t take things from strangers . ”
Sanford stared at Michael’s delicate face and grinned . “ Let me guess . Your mom is Teresa , right ? And your dad is— ”
Before Michael could answer , Sherry cut Sanford off . “ Excuse me , sir , this is my son . Is there something you want ? ”
“ Your son ? ” Sanford shot back at Sherry . “ I just heard what you said . His mom is someone else , right ? ”
Sherry took a breath , her tone wary . “ Who are you , exactly ? ”
Sanford smiled lightly . “ Relax , I’m a friend of the bride . I’m not here to cause any trouble for the newlyweds on such ar know – is his mom Teresa ? ”
rtant day . I just want to
Sanford had arrived a while ago . He had been watching Jonathan and Irene for quite some time , not really noticing Michael at first . It was only when Michael ran over to talk to Jonathan that Sanford’s attention landed on him .
Michael looked about three , dressed fashionably , with delicate features . It instantly reminded Sanford of the day he saw Teresa holding a child in the
backseat of Jonathan’s car .
Sanford had wondered if Michael was Jonathan’s son , but Jonathan only exchanged a couple of words with Michael , and Irene didn’t react at all . That was why Sanford strolled over to Sherry , wanting to get to the bottom of things .
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Sherry stuck to her story . “ He’s my son . Since you’re a friend of the bride , you should probably head back to your table , I have a hanges , to planas de make things difficult for me . ”
Sanford smirked and reached out to tap Michael’s chin . “ See you , little guy . Next time , I’ll bring you a big present . ” With that , he finally left
Michael swung his legs under the table . “ That guy is so weird . ”
“ Yeah , ” Sherry muttered , still uneasy . She quickly texted Teresa about what happened . Teresa froze for a second when she saw the message .
Teresa glanced around , spotted where Sanford was sitting , and shot him a wary look . Sanford noticed and gave her a playful smile .
Jonathan followed Teresa’s gaze and caught the silent exchange between her and Sanford . His face darkened , and he picked up a glass of wine , downing . it in one gulp .
The emcee on stage announced , “ Next , we have a blessing from one of the bride’s friends . Let’s welcome him to the stage ! ”
Sanford waved as he walked up , took the microphone , and introduced himself . “ I’m the bride’s college classmate and close friend , a witness to her happiness . As her best friend , I wish the newlyweds a lifetime of love and happiness together . ”
Jennifer and Donald gave Sanford a gentle smile . Sanford then sang a song . Irene suddenly turned to Jonathan . “ I remember you can sing this one too . Honestly , you sing it better than he does . ”
But Jonathan acted like he didn’t hear her , just kept drinking , lost in his own world . Irene nudged him . “ Come on , sing one for us . ”
“ No , ” Jonathan said , downing another glass . “ I’m going to the restroom . ” He stood up and left , ignoring everyone around him .
Teresa watched Jonathan’s unsteady figure as he walked away , her brows knitting together .
Just then , Irene’s phone rang . She sighed and stood up . “ I’m heading out now . ”
Irene’s hurried departure caught Teresa’s eye . Teresa forced herself to look away , determined not to get involved in whatever was going on with Jonathan .
While Sanford was still singing on stage , Teresa walked over to Sherry .
Michael hugged Teresa . Seeing that no one was
s paying attention , Teresa gently stroked his head and asked , “ Are you having fun at the party ? ”
Michael nodded eagerly . “ Sherry peeled crab for me .”
Sherry said , “ I just went to the restroom , and Michael ran off to Jonathan’s table. Irene was there too – it really gave me a scare . I hurried back to get him , and then that guy came over asking if Michael’s mom was you . ”
Teresa glanced at Sanford on stage . “ He’s my sister’s friend . I don’t think he’ll cause any trouble today . ”
“ That’s a relief . ” Sherry patted her chest . “ Maybe I should take Michael home first . We’ve pretty much finished eating anyway . ”
Teresa was thinking the same thing , but Michael clearly wasn’t ready to leave .
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