Chapter 3869

After watching her silently for a moment, Raphael instructed the driver, “Hit the road.

As Sharon refused to get in the car, Raphael directed the driver to leave, showing no sign of hesitation or compromise-typical of his treatment of Sharon over the years.

Raphael’s reasons for keeping Sharon close were pragmatic rather than romantic.

Initially, he was drawn to Sharon because she stood out in their circle.

Curious, Raphael wondered if he could fall in love with such a remarkable woman, perhaps then he could marry her and erase Olivia from his thoughts.

He did make an effort.

Over time, and especially during moments of inebriation, their relationship grew closer.

remembered the scent of her perfume

was drunk, yet still fully aware of

felt Sharon’s lips on his, and although he didn’t push her away, he wasn’t moved

might lead to more—perhaps even a child, after which they could just get married,

was undoubtedly a suitable partner by many

taking the initiative that

a memory of Olivia, wrapped only in a

was their first time

stain of blood on the sheets, and Olivia’s complaints

to hurt her further after their

to be so hurried with

moment, the vision of Olivia beneath him, her slim waist and the beauty of her form, lingered in his mind,

frequently encountered young women who showed interest in him, and while he didn’t turn them

memories were maddening, a stark contrast to the fleeting connections

vibrant Olivia had been that night, her whispers of “I love you,

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