All Chapters of Ex-Husband Step Aside, I Don't Need You Anymore : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

That same day, Stella pulled up outside Jennifer’s small pastry shop. The sleek black car was shining under the afternoon sun. The car was bought by Albert, but Jennifer was not aware.She stepped out with calculated grace, adjusting her expensive handbag on her arm before glancing at the poor pastry shop with a smirk.She looked around briefly, taking in the neatly arranged pastries displayed behind the glass counter. The warm scent of freshly baked goods was lingering in the air. Then, with a scoff, she muttered under her breath, "So this is where she spends her miserable days."With a confident stride, Stella got closer to the shop. Jennifer was behind the counter, arranging a fresh batch of bread rolls, when she noticed Stella stepping in. The sight of her immediately set Jennifer’s nerves on edge. She knew she wasn't coming for good, that she came to cause trouble, but she forced herself to remain calm, ready to face her.Stella glanced around with an unimpressed expression. "Oh

Later that day, when it was nighttime, Jennifer was making dinner for her daughter, Emily. But the words of Stella kept on echoing in her head. She didn't want to believe it. However, there was no way to keep her curiosity down. “Hmmm,” she exhaled heavily and tiredly. “Focus, Jennifer. Focus.” She didn't know when Emily walked up to the entrance of the kitchen and stood there, watching her murmuring to herself. Emily didn't need any prophet to tell her that her mom was worried over something.“Mom, is everything okay?” The little angel asked, concern written all over her face. Jennifer was drawn out of her thoughts. She turned to Emily and smiled in a gorgeous manner as if all was well. “My angel, all is well. Why do you ask?""You were talking to yourself, and ... you don't look happy. Did something steal your pastries?""There's no problem. You should be in the living room,” she said, swiftly trying to divert the topic immediately. “I am hungry, Mummy,” Emily said innocently w

He turned, facing his back to her, and shut his eyes to sleep. But in his mind, there was no rest. Jennifer having to find out about his true affair with Stella was a crisis he wasn't ready to handle yet. This whole time, he fooled her into believing he was only going to Stella and showering her with a load of care because of his son, Ethan. But then, Jennifer was beginning to get too nosy. Jennifer was not ready to let it slide like that. He can't just ignore the question and have a nice sleep. At this point, her heart was about to explode. “So, it's true, Albert,” she said, and Albert opened his eyes. “What are you talking about this time?” Jennifer looked at him with soggy eyes. “It's really true that you have been having an affair with Stella. You met her today, right? No wonder you are tired and trying to avoid the conversation.” “Meet who exactly?” Albert queried her. “I have no idea what you are talking about.” He added, and Jennifer scoffed. “You really think I'm a fool?

While they were still talking, Albert descended through the stairs and started walking away. He stole a glance in their direction and walked away like they never existed at all. “I wish he could drop me off at school like other dads do for my classmates.” “I'll take you to school, my love. I always do, and I'll keep doing that.” “But Daddy has a car. Why do we have to take a bus or taxi?” Jennifer was tired of defending Albert. But she had no other choice in the matter. She was only trying to make Emily feel loved by her father. But it wasn't working. The little girl had eyes, and she could see clearly that Albert didn't want them in his life. She thought of a way to distract the little girl's thoughts. “Oh my goodness, Emily. We're almost running late!” Emily quickly finished eating, and Jennifer took her to school. Before they parted ways, Jennifer grasped her shoulder firmly. “My darling, cheer up. You are the best daughter out there,” she said. "Don't be moody, okay?"“I w

After Albert closed from work, he didn't bother about his own family. He bought new toys and drove straight to Stella's place. Ethan was playing with the toy car he bought for him on his birthday when the door opened and Albert walked in. “Daddy! Daddy!” The little boy ran and hugged him. He ran his hand through his hair. “Hello, son,” he said. “Did you miss me?” Ethan nodded. “Yes, Daddy. I missed you so much.” Albert smiled broadly and handed the package to him. “I got new toys for you, boy. You can add them to your collection.” Ethan jumped in joy and hugged him again. Stella just sat on one of the couches and acted like there was no one there. Albert walked to her and tried to give her a peck on her cheek, but she rebuffed him. Something was wrong. He could see it. “What's the matter, sweetheart?” He asked her, but Stella pushed him off and got up. She turned to her son. “Hey, Ethan. It's bedtime. It's already late.” “Okay, Mommy.” She took Ethan to his room and pu