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Dexter stayed in Eboris for quite some time. A month later, even with New Year's approaching, there was still no sign of him returning.Eleanor hesitated for days before she finally dialed his number, but the call didn't go through. Instead, she happened to run into Dexter's secretary, Bernice, at a social function. Bernice mentioned that Dexter wouldn't be back until mid-January.Another half month to go…Eleanor was embarrassed to ask too many details, so after some small talk, she said goodbye to Bernice.The hallway in the clubhouse was bathed in dazzling lights. Bernice stood behind her, watching Eleanor's retreating figure. With a soft sigh, she turned away.Eleanor returned to the private lounge, where the atmosphere was lively. Michael was helping her entertain the two investors. He'd taken on all the drinks that evening.When Michael liked someone, he couldn't hide it. After seeing the guests off, he leaned back in his chair lazily. His breath reeked of alcohol."I dran

In the dark, still night, neon lights in the city started coming to life. Eleanor sat on the bench at Brindle Lake Park, looking like a lost soul as she stared into the shimmering stars reflected on the water. Her wishful thinking still haunted her, embarrassing her. "Let me think about our future.""Dexter, I've made up my mind. Let's…"…Eleanor chuckled all of a sudden. That was it. It was nothing more than wishful thinking, and yet she thought it would come true.There was no reason Dexter would abandon a young, beautiful lady and welcome his ex-wife back into his arms. What transpired that night was nothing more than a fleeting pleasure for him. His words could've been as genuine as they were insincere. After all, it was just pillow talk, and yet she was the fool who believed him. Lowering her head, she carefully caressed her flat tummy, her heart torn between what was right and what she wanted. Eleanor had been pregnant for a little over a month, and her baby was st

Michael swung by Eleanor's place to pick her up early in the morning, and he brought his son and daughter, Sawyer and Tina Hall, with him. Sawyer was the older brother, mature and calm. Tina was the younger sister, sweet and adorable. She resembled her biological mother a lot.Michael left them at the Sutton residence and let Layla look after them, hoping that they would bond with Maisie. Later, he and Eleanor went downstairs and stepped into the car.They were just going through the motions, but Eleanor applied a light makeup for today's marriage certification procedure. She needed to conceal her haggardness.Michael turned sideways and looked at her. "From what I heard, the marriage bureau provides a veil for the wedding picture. It'll go well with your black turtleneck sweater."She grinned faintly. "Wonderful."He ran his finger through her hair tenderly, his voice gentle. "Eleanor, I hope you'll be happier about this. I'm still alive and well now. Before I move on to a bett

It was the middle of the night, and Dexter was completely wasted in a nightclub. The manager was very happy that he sold 800 thousand dollars worth of red wine, but he was also upset. Dexter was in a foul mood, and he had the look that he could make a mess of this establishment the moment anything went wrong.Flat out of options, he had to send the most nimble-minded lady at his disposal to soothe Dexter. Then, he had a light-bulb moment. Catalina used to be very close to Dexter. Later, a young lady with a slender, delicate figure sat next to Dexter. His head was thrown back as he leaned on the back of the couch, his dashing face a shade of light red, and his Adam's apple bobbed uncontrollably. He embodied raw, masculine allure. Catalina blushed when she saw him, but she didn't dare to let herself fall for him for real. Her voice was tender and warm as she spoke. "Let me drink with you. Just tell me what ails you, and I will console you."Dexter opened his eyes just a crack

All of a sudden, Eleanor looked at the gate, and she saw Dexter. He stood beneath the winter sun with a look of despondency on his face as he stared at her, still wearing yesterday's outfit.His obscene picture on Twitter flashed in her mind again, and a pang of irony struck her heart.Fate had led them to this point, why still pretend to be a hopeless romantic?She grinned calmly, feeling relieved and anticipation for a new beginning. As it happened, Michael lowered his head and looked at her, asking her opinion as he held her hand gently. She looked up and clasped their fingers, her touch firm and deliberate.The winter sun cast a brilliant ray on Earth. Their wedding rings caught it and glinted together in harmony, blinding Dexter in the process. Dexter didn't even know how he left the manor; the only thing lingering in his heart was a deep sense of loss. It had never escaped him that he was despicable. Dexter merely made the decision to marry Jessica back in Eboris becaus