MasukShe became drunk all day long, losing all her former elegance.As for me, after breaking free from Wendy's harassment, my life gradually got back on track.My childhood friend, Linda Altomare, had been quietly supporting me since she found out about my divorce.She would bring me warm dinners when I worked overtime.When I was in a bad mood, she would take me hiking and to the movies.Linda was a friend I had grown up with, so I used to think of her as just a good friend.But after spending so much time with her lately, I gradually realized that there was a different kind of tenderness hidden in her eyes when she looked at me.One night, she suddenly grabbed my hand and confessed her feelings."Xander, I've liked you for a long time. I didn't dare to tell you when you were still with Wendy, but now that you're single, I don't want to miss the chance again."We did not have a grand declaration of love, but we had a warmth that flowed steadily, which was exactly the kind of love
The movers worked swiftly, loading the solid wooden couch, crystal chandelier, and other items onto the truck piece by piece.Wendy was still clinging to the wedding photo, refusing to let go. I stood at the entryway, watching the whole drama unfold with a sense of irony. Then, I grabbed my already packed suitcase and turned to leave."No, Xander! Don't leave!"Wendy let go of the photo frame, stumbling forward to grab my wrist."Honey, I'm sorry, I really am! Caleb is a liar! He tricked me! After all we've been through, you can't just end it like this!"I looked at her coldly."From the day you cheated on me, we were already over."She shouted, her eyes red."Remember the old days? When you were sick, I stayed up all night taking care of you. When you wanted that figurine, I searched all over town to get it for you. Have you forgotten all that?""I haven't forgotten, but there's no need to remember it either."I opened the car door. A gust of cold wind rushed in, scattering
Mary couldn't handle the shock. She collapsed to the floor.She pointed at Caleb with a trembling finger, cursing in anguish, "You evil man! What have you done?! You have no conscience!"A hint of guilt flickered in Caleb's eyes, and he remained silent.Mary couldn't contain her anger any longer and slapped Caleb on the face."If you knew you had a disease like that, why did you have to ruin our daughter? You deserve to die!"Caleb covered his face and smirked, his eyes full of resentment."Mary, I can't help it. I love Wendy too much. We had a marriage arrangement when we were children, but Xander, that jerk, beat me to it. How can I accept that?"Wendy rubbed her body in terror and could not help gagging. She also gave Caleb a slap on the face."You scumbag! You got infected and you had to infect me too. You're disgusting!"Caleb covered his face and laughed mockingly, but as he laughed, tears streamed down his face."I'm disgusting? You're no better, eating what's in your
The divorce certificate landed on the floor with a thud and bounced to Wendy's feet.Her pupils shrank. She bent down to pick it up and inspect it, flipping it over repeatedly. She said, her voice trembling, "Impossible... When did you do this? How did you divorce me without my consent?"Caleb suddenly stepped forward and said, his voice tearful and sounding wronged, "Wendy, this is all my fault. Xander must have been planning this for a long time."Mary quickly grabbed my wrist, her face pleading."Xander, don't do anything impulsive! You must have gotten this divorce certificate in a fit of anger. Let's nullify it, okay? Wendy is just confused, give her another chance. After she gives birth, I'll keep an eye on her, I promise she won't mess up again!"With a sigh, Andy walked over to me, his tone much softer."Xander, it's normal for married couples to have arguments. You and Wendy have been together for so many years; you can't just end it like this."Wendy's hand, clutching
"Andy? Mary? What are you doing here?"Mary grabbed my hand and looked me up and down, her eyes full of sincere concern."Xander, Wendy said you two had a fight and you want to divorce her. We were worried Wendy might have mistreated you, so we took the night train to come check on you."I was stunned, my fingers curling slightly. Mary held my hand tightly, worried."Xander, Wendy wouldn't have been able to achieve so much without your support throughout the years. You told me last time that you were looking for a traditional medicine practitioner for her, right? Why do you suddenly want a divorce?!"Andy also looked at me and spoke earnestly."Xander, if that ungrateful girl dares to wrong you, I'll beat her to death with a stick!"Looking at the elderly couple, dusty from their trip, my nose felt stuffy.I remembered when I first started the hospital with Wendy, I was so busy I barely had time to rest.Mary, who lived in the countryside, would send me some chickens from home
"Quit? Xander, are you threatening me? You think you're so tough, huh? Go on, walk out! If you walk out, it's over between us!"Wendy grabbed me and squeezed the words out through gritted teeth.I simply gave her a cold smile."Okay. Remember to sign the divorce papers and send them to me."The woman was stunned. She tightened her grip on my arm, confusion evident in her eyes."What divorce papers? Quitting isn't enough, you're threatening me with a divorce now?"Her pretentiousness disgusted me.The divorce papers I sent her clearly showed 'read', yet she's still pretending!I yanked my hand away, met Wendy's questioning gaze, and spoke slowly and deliberately."You just need to sign them and send them back to me. That's all."Not wanting to argue with her anymore, I picked up my box and headed out.Behind me, Wendy was furious. She shouted at me."Xander, don't you dare walk out, or you'll regret it!"I snorted and got on the elevator.As soon as I got to the lobby, I h







