I couldn't sleep that night. The thought kept haunting me: would Julian one day ask for all his gifts back like Diego did? Would he throw me away like Diego threw me away? I bit my lip, trying to calm myself down. Julian was different. Julian loved me. But Diego's shadow always lurked, reminding me that love could turn into hatred in an instant.The next morning, I woke up with an empty feeling. Julian had already gone to work, leaving a warm cup of tea on the bedside table with a small note:"Have a wonderful day, my wife. I love you." I smiled faintly, but the smile didn't reach my heart.I spent the morning sitting in the living room, watching TV without really seeing it. The maids were busy cleaning the house, sweeping, mopping, and tidying the furniture. I felt like a decoration in my own home. They didn't need me. Julian didn't need me. Everyone was busy with their own affairs, and I just sat here, fat and pregnant."Madam, would you like me to prepare a snack?" asked one of the
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