Three days later, the welcome party for Zoe Sinclair hosted by the Sinclair family arrived on schedule.

Since it was a family gathering, and the Sinclair family and the Norwood family have marital ties.

So apart from Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood, Patriarch Norwood also went along.

In the car, Patriarch Norwood carefully advised Sterling Norwood and Selena Kensington.

"Sterling, keep an eye on your wife later. I’ve had the Sinclair family prepare a meal for pregnant women for her."

Patriarch Norwood said to Sterling Norwood.

"..."

Selena Kensington, who was hoping to enjoy a good meal at the gathering, was caught immediately.

How did the old man guess so accurately?!

Although the Norwood family’s chef had prepared rich and delicious meals for pregnant women before, Selena still didn’t like bland food; she preferred flavorful food.

Especially the crispy, numbingly spicy food, which suited her taste.

But since she got pregnant, she hadn’t eaten much of it.

And this family gathering was a rare opportunity.

Yet, she never expected that before she even arrived, the old man had things arranged clearly.

Sterling Norwood laughed softly, seemingly sensing the sudden downturn in Selena’s mood.

"I’ll take you out to eat later."

He whispered in Selena Kensington’s ear.

Selena Kensington’s mood lifted immediately upon hearing this.

Patriarch Norwood looked at the two with a smile, then chatted with Selena Kensington, "Selie, don’t feel pressured. In the Sinclair family, no one dares to give you attitude."

The old man’s confidence was apparent as he spoke.

Selena Kensington smiled at him.

She understood the old man was reassuring her that she needn’t feel constrained at the Sinclair family or accommodate anyone.

The Sinclair family was different from the Norwood family, where the main line was singular and due to scarce offspring, was constantly protected by the branch lines, even avoiding those treacherous affairs.

But the Sinclair family was different.

Though the senior Baldwins family line consistently held the family head position, other branches managed the Sinclair family’s other enterprises, appearing orderly and stable.

However, in a large family, especially one with many people, there would be some troublemakers.

And at this family gathering, the Sinclair family’s marital ties weren’t limited to the Norwood family.

With many people around, there could be some with poor judgment.

Sterling Norwood gently squeezed Selena Kensington’s hand.

Selena Kensington looked up and saw Sterling Norwood winking at her.

Selena Kensington understood clearly, her heart growing softer.

"I understand. Don’t worry, Grandpa, I won’t let myself be wronged."

Selena Kensington chuckled softly.

*

Meanwhile, at the Sinclair family’s old residence.

It was brightly lit.

In the courtyard, on the pavilion, many people stood.

Glasses clinked, a sea of color and scents.

When Selena Kensington and the others arrived at the Sinclair’s old residence, the people in the courtyard all looked over for a moment.

Seeing it was the Norwood family, those people paused.

Then they nodded slightly towards them.

After that, everyone turned their heads and continued chatting with those next to them.

They were clearly aware that with the relationship between the Norwood family and the Sinclair family, it was not their place to curry favor.

Those people, not wanting to lose face, discreetly refrained from approaching the Norwood family for conversation.

And just moments after Selena Kensington and the others entered, a servant from the Sinclair family approached.

"Patriarch Norwood, my family’s master is waiting for you at the pavilion over there."

The servant gestured with a ’please’ motion after speaking.

Patriarch Norwood nodded slightly, then looked towards Selena Kensington and Sterling Norwood.

"Grandpa is going to find the old man Sinclair, you and Sterling have fun."

Patriarch Norwood said this to Selena Kensington.

After finishing with Selena Kensington, Patriarch Norwood turned to Sterling Norwood, "Sterling, take good care of your wife."

"..."

Sterling Norwood’s mouth twitched slightly.

He was practically considered a foster grandson by the Patriarch Norwood.

"Pfft..."

Selena Kensington couldn’t help but laugh, then waved her hand, "Grandpa, you can rest assured, with Sterling here I’m fine."

Only then did Patriarch Norwood leave at ease, following the servant.

Not long after the servant left, Silas Sinclair and Iris Sinclair walked over.

As soon as Iris Sinclair arrived, she naturally linked arms with Selena Kensington, snuggling closely.

She looked in surprise at Selena Kensington’s slightly bulging belly.

Because of carrying twins, it was already showing, though she was only three months or so along.

"There are little babies hiding in here..."

Iris Sinclair murmured.

Having said that, she felt a bit itchy-handed.

Iris Sinclair looked expectantly at Selena Kensington, "Cousin-in-law, I want to..."

Selena Kensington raised her brows slightly, understanding Iris Sinclair’s eager and curious look.

"Go ahead and touch."

She said generously.

Iris Sinclair was immediately overjoyed, rubbing her hands before trying to touch.

But before her fingers even brushed Selena Kensington’s clothing, she noticed Sterling Norwood’s quietly fixed gaze.

Though Sterling Norwood said nothing, Iris Sinclair saw a hint of warning in his eyes.

"..."

Suddenly, Iris Sinclair halted her hand.

She pouted slightly and, rolling her eyes, boldly began to complain to Selena Kensington.

"Cousin-in-law, look at cousin, he’s threatening me!"

Selena Kensington: "..."

Sterling Norwood: "..."

Silas Sinclair: "..."

The three of them hadn’t expected Iris Sinclair to say it outright.

Selena Kensington was taken aback, then looked at Sterling Norwood amusedly, "Did you threaten her?"

Sterling Norwood cleared his throat, somewhat uneasily shifting his gaze.

But Silas Sinclair, finally seizing the chance to mock Sterling Norwood, immediately sneered, "Shameful."

It was really merciless.

Sterling Norwood glanced at him, but his lips curved a bit in a mocking smile.

"I’m not like you."

"?"

Silas Sinclair was puzzled, watching Sterling Norwood’s nonchalant expression, feeling an ominous premonition.

Then he heard Sterling Norwood speak at a leisurely pace, "I’m almost a father now, and you don’t even have the certificate."

"..."

Damn!

It felt like an arrow hit his heart.

Silas Sinclair fell silent.

"Pff hahahaha..."

Iris Sinclair didn’t spare her own brother any face and laughed out loud.

Although Selena Kensington didn’t laugh as overtly as Iris, she couldn’t help but purse her lips and chuckle along.

After a while of laughing, she lightly glared at Sterling Norwood.

"Can’t you and cousin settle down for a moment?"

Meeting each other and immediately engaging in this bantering mode, weren’t they tired of it?

Sterling Norwood raised his hands slightly, signaling he understood his mistake.

But Iris Sinclair, after laughing enough, continued to poke at Silas Sinclair’s sore spot.

"Hahaha... Cousin-in-law, cousin, you don’t know how miserable my brother has been lately."

"Sloane has been busy with work, and even my brother is being neglected hahaha... seeing my brother returning every day holding back his anger makes me laugh!!"

"..."

Another arrow struck.

Silas Sinclair gritted his teeth slightly, "Iris Sinclair, shut up!"

Is she really his sister?!

Other people’s little sisters are all sorts of cute and adorable.

But his little sister, she must be holding his grudges from a past life.