Jasper said happily, "Thank you, Uncle Calder. Here's a toast to you!"
Jasper and Zaiden clinked their glasses happily and drank all the wine in one gulp.
Jaida looked at the two of them and also smiled.
She did not ask about Bethany's matter because she was afraid that it would affect Eden's appetite. Eden usually had a small appetite.
Jaida wanted to ask that after dinner.
After finishing a glass of wine, Jasper picked up the wine bottle and filled their glasses with wine again.
When Eden saw that, she said, "Jasper, are you going to get my dad drunk? Drinking is harmful to the body. Besides, you still have to work tomorrow."
Zaiden smiled and said, "Eden, don't worry. My drinking capacity is good. I am drinking because I am happy tonight!"
Jasper also said, "Eden, you don't have to worry about me. My drinking capacity is also very good. You know that too. I have to drink a few more glasses because I am very happy tonight!"
As Jasper spoke, he picked up his glass and clinked it against Zaiden's.
Jasper and Zaiden smiled at each other and both of them took a sip.
Eden smiled helplessly and got some food for Kenny. She then lowered her head and ate slowly.
Jaida glanced at Eden and placed some of her favorite food in her bowl.
Jaida and Eden looked at each other and smiled. Eden also got Jaida some of her favorite food.
Eden's appetite was whetted by the warm atmosphere at the table and she ate more than usual.
Kenny went back to his room to rest after he was full!
When only four of them were left, Jaida asked, "Zaiden, how are things going with Bethany?"
Eden was stunned when she heard that and she listened quietly.
Jasper glanced at Eden. She was silent tonight and he knew she did not feel good deep down her heart.
Eden had returned to River City to seek vengeance but her kindness made her uncomfortable after what had happened to Bethany.
Zaiden glanced at Eden and said, "There is concrete evidence of Bethany being involved in the kidnapping case and the case has been opened for investigation.
Besides, her company is suspected of tax evasion. After investigation, she is suspected to be involved in many illegal things. The case has been opened for investigation. She has brought this on herself."
Eden knew that Bethany would end up like that. She raised her head, looked at Zaiden and said, "Dad, I want to see her!"
When Jaida heard that, she said, "Eden, aren't you deliberately making it worse for yourself if you go to see her?"
Eden said with a smile, "Mom, no matter what, I want to see her!"
Zaiden sighed slightly and said with a smile, "Eden, I will arrange it for you to meet Bethany if that’s what you want."
Eden smiled and said, "Thank you, Dad!"
Zaiden said in a doting tone, "Silly girl, it's been a long day and you are exhausted. Go and have a rest!"
Eden nodded and said, "Dad, Mom, Jasper, you should rest early as well."
After that, Eden turned around and went upstairs.
Jasper's heart ached immensely when he looked at Eden’s lonely back.
He could not understand why Eden didn't tell him that she was tired. He was by her side all along.
He wanted Eden to rely on him but...
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