The atmosphere had reached an icy point at those words.Jessamine's heart clenched. She suspected that Thaddeus would want to have children with Amy. At this moment, she had a masochistic desire to hear him say it outright, so she could completely give up.After a prolonged silence that felt like an eternity, she finally heard him speak."The child is innocent," Thaddeus said.Each word struck her heart like a blade.He did indeed want to have children with Amy, even if Thomas told him to leave Holt Jewelry.Jessamine couldn't bear it any longer and burst into tears. Three years of marriage had brought her nothing but pain."I'll go fetch some water." She found an excuse to step out of the room.Jessamine felt dead on the inside. She made her way to the pantry, only to realize that she hadn't brought a thermos with her when she saw someone else carrying one.Alone in the pantry, she couldn't hold back any longer. She leaned against the wall and cried bitterly.Jessamine knew

"I … A friend is expecting a baby next month, so I'm here to pick a gift for her," Jessamine lied.Benji sighed. "I thought you two were having a baby. But Jessie, have you gained some weight recently? You look … different."He couldn't quite put a finger on what was different about her.Jessamine tensed for a moment, subconsciously inhaling and tightening her stomach. "Different … how?""A bit more plump, or should I say, more beautiful," remarked Benji.Jessamine breathed a sigh of relief. She thought she almost got exposed.The saleswoman, who had been listening to their conversation, took the opportunity to speak. "Miss, if you're looking for a gift, I recommend our gift boxes. We have high-end baby clothes …"Jessamine hesitated for a moment but decided not to buy anything. If she was seen by someone she knew, it could lead to unnecessary suspicions. She bid Benji goodbye and quickly left the store.In the end, she bought two pure gold guardian angel pendants from a jewelr

Jessamine lowered her eyes, lightly caressing her abdomen with a smirk."You should go back with her. Jardin Estate is empty. It's fine if you bring her to stay there," Jessamine stated.On the side, Amy nearly ground her teeth to pieces. Thaddeus mistook her for Jessamine last time at Islington Apartments when he got drunk, and again this time. He was embarrassing her in front of Jessamine."Hubby, let's go home. I'll make you a sobering drink," Amy coaxed.Amy clung to Thaddeus' arm even tighter, constantly acting coy. "Let's go, Hubby."Jessamine heard the word "hubby" too frequently from Amy, and she found it slightly amusing.Thaddeus' eyes had never left Jessamine's face, as though they were glued to her face. He shook off Amy's hand, reprimanding, "Miss, did you mistake me for someone else? How can you casually call anyone Hubby? Please have some respect!"Benji chuckled."Jessie, take him home quickly. He had a strong drink today. Once it fully kicks in, no one can carr

"I know, Mr. Holt," Jessamine responded.Thaddeus added, "You can use my supplementary card until the divorce is finalized.""No need. Leave it for Amy," Jessamine said.Thaddeus had finally managed to suppress his anger, but those words sparked it again. Ever since they signed the divorce agreement, Jessamine seemed like she had taken a stimulant. For every word he said, she had a counter of ten. She had become sharp-tongued."I'm being nice to you," Thaddeus sneered.With that, he stumbled into the shower.Jessamine stared blankly at the ceiling for a while. Then she found a pajama and went to sleep in the guest room. Learning from her experience, the first thing she did upon entering was to lock the door.The sense of security in the first 20 years of her life came from her mother and grandmother, but now it came from this lock.She couldn't help but mock herself, wondering if putting a lock on her heart would make her hurt less.The next day, Jessamine quickly freshened up

Jessamine politely thanked Selene. As she was cleaning the table, Amy called her from across the room, "Jessamine, come here for a moment."Jessamine set aside the tissues and walked over. Amy leaned back in her chair, crossed her legs, and assumed a leader pose."I'm in a good mood today, so I'm treating everyone to coffee. Could you please buy some? A total of 43 cups. I'll transfer the money to your account," Amy said.After Amy finished speaking, someone complimented, "Oh my, we've been looking forward to your coffee for so long, Ms. Quilton. Today is truly a lucky day."Another employee mentioned, "Last time you treated us to coffee, you had just received a house as a gift from your boyfriend. It's a place in Islington Apartments."Even if I work my whole life, I won't be able to afford the down payment for a place like that. Tell us, what good news do you have to share with us this time? Are you getting married?"Another gossipy colleague chimed in and said, "Ms. Quilton's