Chapter 39

Kristin pressed on, and her temper flared, “What’s wrong with Estrella? She’s beautiful, smart, has a killer body, an impressive education, and comes from a good family. She’s leagues above that Serene, yet you treat her like she’s invisible”

“And didn’t you agree to this marriage? You brought Estrella home, but now you’re just leaving her alone. Isn’t that just heartless?

If you want this way, you should have never agreed to the marriage!

It’s been over two years since you’ve been married. How often have you been home? Estrella’s always the one reaching out. Do you think this is appropriate?

“If someone wishes for you to have a fulfilling life with Estrella, you would direct them to construct schools in distant locations You are a total disgrace to the Nelson family.”

Jason’s head was pounding. He massaged the bridge of his nose and met Kristin’s gaze, which was fiery with indignation What now? You want me to head off and build schools too?

Jason muttered 1 wouldn’t dare”

Indeed, Estrella had always been the initiator throughout their marriage But why did Estrella get married with him and become the initiator? Everyone in the family knew the reason and her purpose Had Estrella been sincere had that incident not occurred. things might have been different

Jason didn’t want to argue with Kristin so he placated her “We’re not getting a divorce, okay? We’ll work it out”

Kristin’s eyes lit up “What about kids? Will thake grandchildren to dote on?

Jason was blunt. “No kids

Kristin exploded, swatting at him with a feather duster “Say that again!”

Meanwhile, in Estrella’s room

After Kristin dragged Jason away, Autumn started sobbing “Why did you have to be so impatient? Why did you agree to this?”

for a flood of tears And besides, it’s not like there’s a shortage of guys out there. What are

about?”

“You forgetful child. Have you forgotten what the fortune-teller said? Do you

remained silent, prompting Autumn to hdd, “Even if

share the blame for not keeping our husbands

yourself more than anyone

tears, asked, “What

down she was relieved her father wasn’t fooling around, or she’d

Autumn continued, “We can’t solely blame you. Jason has his faults, and so do those other women.”

“I’m not at

To keep a man’s heart, a woman should bear his child. Otherwise, he’ll always be

be for herself, not for anyone

to probe, “Why aren’t you speaking?”

“You’re

Forget about divorce. Your father and I will never approve of it. He said, no matter how tough it gets, you have to have a child. What will you do when we’re gone?

“Fine, I’ll have

last of her tears, made Estrella promise, “You said it yourself. Don’t go back on

temple, affirming, “I

doubtful, urged, “Your father’s stressed with

wealth was not to be

to do with the Lamont family.

Estrella nodded, “Understood.”

and reduce the

“I’ll try.”

to check on Jason. Exiting the room, they

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