Damon's POVI was currently sitting across from an informant who worked for me. He managed to get an update on the photos Addison had given him the other day. The man began to explain the information he had brought, saying that it was true that my mother did not have a serious relationship with Martin Rundolph, Addison's father.It was all a misunderstanding. Because it was known that, at that time my mother had wanted to commit suicide but was saved by Martin Rundolph. The incident was successfully covered up due to Martin Rundolph's involvement. Martin Rundolph said all that was deliberately kept secret, just not wanting to hurt my very young feelings then. It was even rumored that Martin Rundolph gave my mother money to return home. However, on the way home, my mother suddenly disappeared and a few days later was found dead in a swamp.Hearing the explanation from the informant made me instantly silent. Even though I had wanted to ask Mr. Rundolph about this since yesterday, I just
Damon’s POVI've been at home since a few minutes ago. I intended to wait for Addison to come home. It had been a few days since our conversation at the hospital the other day. And this time, I wanted to talk to her about the doctor I had prepared for her and the information I had just gotten. I knew Addison had been at the hospital frequently, accompanying her father or checking her health.I get up from the couch and walk back and forth, occasionally glancing at my watch. If I counted, it had been almost an hour since I waited for Addison to come home, but she didn't show up. I sat back down with a long exhale. I couldn't believe how unpleasant waiting was.Suddenly, there was the sound of a car engine from outside. I quickly got up, walked towards the window, and saw a car I knew belonged to Hayden, who drove Addison home. Honestly, knowing Addison was being driven home by that man made me very upset. I couldn't accept the fact that they were getting closer.I felt even hotter when
Damon's POVI was currently in my office enjoying a medium alcoholic beverage. I needed something a little harsh to calm my mind, which seemed to be in turmoil after arguing with Addison. Addison's words again ran through my head about her desire to break up with me. It was true what Jared said that Addison wouldn't forgive me that easily."Should I divorce Addison?" The question kept swirling around in my head, along with Addison's words that gave me a headache. I guess it's not too late, I can still get her forgiveness, and I can still make her recover from her illness. I'm sure the doctor will cure Addison.I took a big gulp of the slug filled to the brim with the thick yellow liquid. "Maybe if I hadn't married Cora, Addison wouldn't have asked for a separation. But ...." If I don't marry Cora, it's likely that Cora will be in danger because Cora has a disease, just like Addison. Can't I have both? I felt that I loved Addison very much. However, on the other hand, I feel responsible
Damon's POVRight now, I was still studying, head down with my eyes closed, waiting for Jared to arrive. I've been thinking about my decision about Addison and Cora. For some reason, Jared and Addison seemed to have the same thoughts about Cora and her illness. They suspected that Cora's illness was an act, just like I told Addison when she said she was sick."Mr. Saunders?"I lifted my head and saw Jared appear at the door of my study. She arrived earlier than expected, even though the office was far away. I asked him to come in and sit in the chair right in front of my desk. Jared complied, pulling out a chair and sitting down.I took a long breath, straightened up, and looked at him intently. Jared always had a stern face and rarely smiled. But I knew that she was very nice to Addison. "I've decided not to get a divorce from Addison."Jared looked surprised at what I had just said. Maybe he didn't expect that I wouldn't take his advice to give Addison her freedom, in other words, d
Addison’s POVThat afternoon, I was already at the hospital. I was going to visit my father to see how he was doing. However, before that, I chose to see Shofia first. I wanted to chat with her about my marriage with Damon. After last night's argument with Damon, I still thought about Damon's increasingly difficult decision to let me out of this marriage.I had already forgiven Damon for accusing me of being his mother's affair. Even all his harsh treatment of me over the years made me hate him. I forgave him and hoped he would divorce me after everything that happened. But in fact, he still didn't want to do that. He said he tried to make amends for all his mistakes, but he still intended to marry another woman. It seems that with a divorce, I can live the rest of my life in peace, but Damon... I don't understand what he wants. He is a very selfish man."What's bothering you, Addison?"I gasped at the sound of Shofia's voice asking me. Suddenly, Shofia was sitting in her chair. Ever
Addison’s POVDamon and I walked out of my father's hospital room after the visiting doctor came to check on my father's condition and asked him to rest. Damon was still standing next to me. I thought he was going somewhere. Maybe this was my chance to tell her my reservations about her. "Stop caring about my dad. You don't have to." Because I knew what Damon had done to Dad was very bad, and I couldn't just forgive."I didn't pretend to care about your father. I feel so guilty for accusing your father, who turned out to be a good person. I intend to make things right. Is that wrong?"I smiled wryly at Damon's confession about my father. "Just try to use your brain and think well so you don't think badly of my father. Even though we know each other well, how could you accuse my father just because of false information without finding out the truth."Damon held my hand. "I'm sorry, Addison. I'm sorry for everything I've done. I know that it's not too late at all, and we can still make
Addison’s POV After chatting with Hayden in the hospital garden, I'll return to see Dad in his room. I think he's rested, and I can keep him company again. I'd rather spend time here than at home and meet with Damon. I'm so tired of arguing with that guy. "Can I see your father, Addison?" asked Hayden cautiously, perhaps feeling bad about not asking me first. "Oh, of course. I also want to introduce you to my father." After all, Hayden had helped me when I was struggling to get money for Dad's surgery. He deserves to meet and get to know you. Hayden smiled at me, and we walked together to Dad's room. We were already in front of the door to Dad's hospital room. I quickly pressed the door handle and opened it. Dad was awake from his sleep and turned to smile when he saw me. "Are you still here, Addison?" I nodded, then stepped inside with Hayden following me inside. Dad frowned when he saw Hayden coming with me. "Who is she, Addison?" Dad asked again, this time asking Hayden, st
Addison’s POVOne week had passed after the incident between Damon and Hayden at the hospital. I avoided Damon at any opportunity, trying not to cross paths with him even though we were in the same house. Lately, Damon has been coming home more often, unlike in the past, who rarely or never came. Even if he were always with Cora, I wouldn't have a problem. However, it seemed he didn't do anything with Cora or me, who knew nothing about them.I was currently peeling and cutting fruit for Dad. I was pretty happy that Dad was getting better, but the doctor still hadn't allowed Dad to go home even though Dad was homesick and wanted to see the outside world. However, what can I do if the doctor still hasn't given permission?"Do you want to eat some fruit now?" I placed the plate with the fruit I had peeled and cut on the nightstand."Later, Addy. Look at your stomach. It's still distended from breakfast earlier." Dad's hand held his stomach, which wasn't very big. After two years in a com