A Farewell After Being Reborn

Besides, Sage thought it would be awkward if she refused to meet Leo when he showed up at her home. She sighed, not expecting to meet her father-in-law before the divorce.

"If you're tired, it's fine. I'll just let him know you're taking a nap,” lan offered calmly.

She secretly lamented and reluctantly said, "I'll change my clothes and join you shortly.”

lan did not object. He went downstairs alone to the living room, where Leo was waiting. Leo looked like he was in his fifties. Clad in casual wear, he seemed more muscular and bulky than his son. The serious look on his face underlined his authority and hinted at an unfriendly demeanor.

Upon spotting Sage, lan approached her. "You're here."

Leo fixed his eyes on Sage as well. She flashed a polite smile and extended a hand to Leo. "Hi, Dad.”

Sage feeling embarrassed. Getting along with Donald

took hold of her and led her to take a seat on the couch. He whispered,

front of Leo, so she settled on the

impassively, "Have you been traveling

his." “Did you not hear about my return to Haldon City?" Leo

isn't a huge event. It doesn't concern Sage,” lan voiced out before she

"Was I addressing you? Where are your manners?" lan did not look ruffled

this was her first encounter with Leo, he had previously shown little interest in their marriage. Why had he suddenly

that the Joyners were not on par with the Holcombs. Given lan's standing, he could easily find someone better. Sage did not dwell

headed toward the dining hall. Since she didn't want

the dining hall without a word. Dinner proceeded in silence. Fortunately, Sage had eaten some snacks before dinnertime, so she relaxed in