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"I want a divorce." Alice froze. Her eyes twitched as she digested those words. Edmund had just come home from work. Shouldn't he say hello? “Sorry, Ed. What did you say?” Alice let out a laugh. Her right hand rose to the side of her ear. “There must be something wrong with my hearing.” "I want a divorce," Edmund said firmly. Tears were visible in his eyes. Alice's head tilted back. Her eyes flickered with incomprehension. She was actually keeping a sweet surprise in a box behind her back—the two stripes they had been waiting for for a long time. But her husband asked her to divorce? After a moment of silence, a small laugh escaped her mouth again. "Your joke is ridiculous, Ed." "I'm serious. I don't want to continue this marriage." His voice was hoarse and full of pressure. Her expression became flat again. She knew that tone. Edmund wasn't joking. “W-why? Aren't we fine?” Alice tried to smile but failed. The wrinkles on her face were even more visible. "You ask why?" Edmu

"Are you sure you don't want me to accompany you?" Emma asked hesitantly. Alice shook her head. “Just handle your work. I’ll go home with Ed.” “Wow, I like that spirit. Good luck, Alice. Let me know when you two have hugged and kissed." After snorting a laugh, Alice got out of the car. Her heart was full of hope even though it was still covered in wounds. However, seeing Elizabeth at the entrance, her spirits loosened. She slowed down. "Mom?" Her hands subconsciously moved to protect her stomach. “As I thought, you would disturb my son again.” With a sour look, Elizabeth walked over and handed her a brown envelope. "What's this?" Alice asked, wary. Elizabeth smiled crookedly. “Isn't it what you’re looking for? The real reason why Ed divorced you. The reason why he had the heart to break his promise and stop caring about you.” Alice's eyes widened. Her heart started beating erratically. She opened the envelope with shaking hands. As soon as she found the contents, a lightning s

Taking a deep breath, Edmund clutched his head. His eyes closed again, trying to suppress the emotions. “Let's talk about this after Alice returns. Now let me get her." Seeing Edmund walk away, Emma followed. She tried to grab his arm, but failed. "Where are you going? Running away from responsibility?” “I said I wanted to get her back.” Thinking it was a lie, Emma quickened her steps to jerk his arm. "Do you know where Alice is?" Edmund looked at Emma and Henry with a throbbing jaw. "The bridge where I proposed to her." Emma's expression instantly changed to horror. “The place you two first met? The place where she wanted to end her life?" As Emma got panic, Henry tried to calm her down. Meanwhile, Edmund walked to the car. He wasn't sure whether Alice was still there or not, but he realized that he was on the verge of a never-ending regret. *** “I don't know what you have experienced, but please don't be careless. Suicide is not the solution to all your problems. Now take m

Days turned into weeks, weeks turned into months, and months turned into years. Alice had not yet been found. The fact made Edmund a gloomy person. Even though he kept himself busy with work, the feeling of guilt still weighed on his heart and mind. The only way for Edmund to feel better was to make Alice's dream of traveling around the world come true. Every chance he got, he visited a place on her bucket list. Five years after Alice left, Edmund chose Mauritius. “Ed, don't test my patience. Did you know that today we have a meeting with an important investor?" Scott said over the phone. While focused on driving, the bearded man grumbled, "Didn't I leave a note on my desk? Just tell them those points. I'm sure they will agree." "But at least, give them a warm greeting. Even if it's only via video call!" “Scott, can you stop bothering me? Weren't you the one who suggested that I go on this trip? Or do you want my depression to relapse?" he said curtly. "I understand you need a va

The little girl widened her smile. "Do you mind? You don't need to worry, Sir. I'm still small. My body is as light as cotton candy. You won't get tired even if you carry me for an hour.” Edmund sighed. He knew she wouldn't stop pestering him until she got what she wanted. "Come here." “Hooray!” The little girl drew closer to Edmund. When she was in his arms, her mouth immediately opened wide. "Wow! This is much cooler than I imagined. Did you see that, Mr. Beard? The water comes together in the middle!” While the kid admired the view, Edmund secretly studied her face. The little girl turned out to have eyes as green as his. And for some reason, Edmund felt familiar seeing her. "Satisfied?" Edmund asked about half a minute later. The little girl laughed out loud. She clapped her hands, exclaiming in her adorable sweet voice. “This is truly a beautiful day! Chamarel Falls is really cool! I'm so lucky to see it.” A second later, her tiny hands wrapped around Edmund's neck. “Tha