After a moment of hesitation, Mandy asked, "Mr. Xiao, what do you mean?

I only have two daughters and raised them myself. They're both my children! I don't understand what you're trying to say."

"Calm down. Don't get the wrong idea," Barton said in a gentle tone and looked at Mandy. "I didn't come here to snatch any of your daughters. I just knew that Vivian gave birth to our child after we ended our relationship. After some digging, I learned that you and Aron adopted the baby. After my relationship with Vivian, I never married, let alone have a kid. However, I always wish to have a child. Moreover, the baby is Vivian's."

A bitter smile flashed across Barton's face. "I came back now because I want to see my daughter. After all these years, I need to tell her the truth and make up for the lost time. But since you raised her for so many years, you will always be her mother, and a

hort pause, Mandy answered, "Please wait for a while." I have to find a suitable opportunity to tell her the truth.

I know that you've been waiting for a long time. But please, can you give me a few more days?"

"You are right. Sure, I won't mind waiting a little bit longer." Barton revealed a bitter smile. "I haven't seen her before and never cared for her. However, since I saw her earlier, she never left my mind. As such, even if we don't know each other, can you please bring my daughter to have dinner with me sometime? At least I can see her from time to time."

After a moment of hesitation, Mandy slowly shook her head. "I can't force her to agree. However, rest assured that I will try my best."

"I see. Thank you, Ms. Zhao!" A grateful expression painted Barton's face. "Thank you for raising my daughter for all these years. Don't worry. From now on, you have my support!"