Chapter 110

"Hayden, I know this arrangement might upset you, but I have no choice. After all, the guests at the banquet are prominent figures, and your presence might raise questions. We can't openly acknowledge your identity, so you must eat in some back corner. "I know you don't want to attend, but I truly hope you will. It would feel incomplete without you at my birthday party." Morgan's expression was serious, his words laced with helplessness. The others glanced at Hayden, their expressions conflicted. This wasn't a request anyone would easily agree to. It was more akin to an insult. Asking a former family member to eat in some hidden corner while refusing to acknowledge his identity? Who could accept such treatment? Not to mention, Hayden's chance to attend university had been snatched away by them. Now, he was supposed to watch Morgan revel in the spotlight at his birthday party—the sheer audacity of it all. Still, no one wanted to object since it was Morgan's wish. Some even prepar