"Is all your work done already?"Early in the morning, Bastian intentionally visited Alex's workspace because he wanted to deliver an important document for signing. From his eyes, Bastian saw Alex sitting there enjoying coffee and cake on his desk.Bastian guessed that his friend was once again skipping breakfast at home. Perhaps out of embarrassment from crossing paths with Aurora. Or deliberately avoiding Nicole, who was said to often disturb his peace."Lucky that everything's done," Alex said, inviting Bastian to sit down. He also offered his friend and colleague some of the cake in front of him."No, thanks," Bastian politely declined. "I already had breakfast at home. Besides, you're so diligent about having breakfast at the office. Isn't it provided at home?"Alex shook his head. He took a sip of his warm coffee first before responding to Bastian's question. "I deliberately have breakfast at the office.""Why? Are you embarrassed to meet Aurora?"This time, Alex nodded. "That'

Aurora looked anxious. In front of her sat both of her parents, along with Asher and Rayyen.After much thought, weighing all possible risks, Aurora decided to inform her parents about the turmoil that had occurred in her marriage.Aurora knew her parents would be shocked, especially her mother, who would undoubtedly be shocked when she heard the story. That's why she brought Asher and Rayyen along to help explain and reassure."So... what do you want to tell us, Aurora?"Joshua asked in front of Aurora, patiently waiting for his daughter who allegedly wanted to talk seriously tonight."I-it's about my marriage, Pa.""What's wrong with your marriage?"Elma chimed in. Her two brown eyes suddenly stared intensely at the visibly nervous figure of her daughter. Joshua did the same. His brow furrowed as he sensed something amiss."What about your marriage and Alex?" the middle-aged woman repeated. "Is there a problem?"Aurora nodded fearfully. For God's sake, she didn't want to hurt her pa

Aurora had just finished all her work. Glancing at the digital clock on the wall of the room, it was now break time. She quickly got up and prepared. Aurora clearly remembered that she had an appointment to meet Rayyen this afternoon to discuss her divorce."Aurora..."Aurora, who had just taken off her doctor's coat, reflexively turned. At the doorway, she found Alden standing there with an ice cream in his hand."Hey?"Aurora approached. She walked towards Alden who was standing at the door."What's up?""This." Alden then handed her a cup of ice cream in his hand."This is for me?"Alden nodded."Yes. Earlier, I happened to buy quite a lot of ice cream for the nurses on duty. I remembered that you liked blueberry ice cream, right?""Absolutely," Aurora replied happily. She felt a twinge of emotion because Alden still remembered her favorite ice cream that she used to eat often. "By the way, thanks a lot for the ice cream. I'll eat it on the way.""Are you going somewhere?""I'm goi

Alex sighed deeply. Slightly annoyed, he drove his car to one of the malls. He should be finishing his work by now. But his mother called and asked to be picked up immediately at the hospital."As a good future husband, you should be able to take Nicole wherever she needs to go. Especially if it's to find your wedding dress.""But, it doesn't have to be now, Ma. Alex is still working."Alex breathed frustratedly. This wasn't the first time his work schedule had been disrupted because he had to obey his mother's orders."Well, it has to be now. When else? Besides, time is running out. Aurora said you'll officially divorce soon. If it's true that you'll separate this week, Mama wants you and Nicole to have the wedding party by the end of the month."Nicole, who was sitting in the back seat, smiled broadly. This was what she had been waiting for since the beginning."The end of the month? That's just seven or eight days away. Isn't that tight?""No," Savana replied casually. "And it has

"Congratulations, Aurora. Today you've officially acquired a new status."In Rayyen's workspace, Aurora appeared visibly happy as she received the documents just handed to her by her cousin. Starting today, from this moment forward, she was officially divorced and held the status of a widow.Aurora knew this wasn't an achievement to boast about. In fact, some people out there regarded being a widow as a disgrace that would subject someone to judgmental looks.However, Aurora wouldn't let that happen. No matter who it was, nobody had the right to demean her. And most importantly, after this divorce, she could finally break free from the Toxic family that had weighed her down."Thank you so much, Ray. Thanks to your help, my divorce process could finally be completed quickly. And now, I can truly be free from Alex and his family."Rayyen could see the sparkle in those brown eyes filled with happiness. Aurora was relishing the euphoria of freedom that she had patiently awaited for so lon