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?”

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

about?”

forgetful child. Have you forgotten what the fortune-teller said? Do you want to end your

prompting Autumn to hdd, “Even if Jason has a

to share the blame for not keeping our

“You blame yourself more than anyone

asked, “What did

for not keeping your son-in-law close to my heart.” Deep down she was relieved

“We can’t solely blame you. Jason has his faults, and so do

not

Autumn insisted, To keep a man’s heart, a woman

agree. Her child would be for herself, not

to probe, “Why aren’t you speaking?”

conceded. “You’re right.”

out for you. Forget about divorce. Your father and I will never approve of it. He said, no matter how tough it gets, you have

“Fine, I’ll

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

temple, affirming,

with company issues. Don’t

was not to be

Lamont family. So,

Estrella nodded, “Understood.”

“As long as you prioritize and reduce the friction with Jason, things

agreed, “I’ll

left to check on Jason. Exiting the room, they ran into Kristin and

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