Chapter 259:

Zandra found Theo’s perspective ridiculous. “You’re too young to realize that love is the most delicate thing in the world. It cannot withstand any real trials. You’re merely being blinded by the idea of love.”

Theo responded calmly, “Life is far too long. The thought of spending decades with a woman I don’t love, having children with her, and raising them together until we’re old fills me with dread.”

Zandra couldn’t understand why he found this so appalling. To her, these were the necessary sacrifices to uphold family alliances. She scoffed, “Dreadful? That’s exactly how your dad and I have lived our lives. Do you think that’s terrible?”

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finds more joy in watching a plant

clear mark on Theo’s cheek. Zandra was visibly shaking with anger and bitterness

that her husband didn’t love her and that their marriage was a matter of convenience. Thankfully, her husband remained faithful. Despite not loving

that her husband didn’t love her. She preserved her self-respect. Anyone who dared to gossip about her situation faced her anger. So, no one had brought it up in recent years. She had almost managed to convince herself that she was cherished in her marriage.

confronting the truth so bluntly, she felt deep shame. She could no longer hide her embarrassment. Theo was unfazed by the slap; he had anticipated it from Zandra after his comments. Feeling the numbness in his cheek, he said, “Mom, you know living in a marriage without love is miserable. Why can’t you understand and

her embarrassment with stubbornness, replied, “I’m doing this for your own good. You’ve always followed my advice and had a successful life because of it. Your friends and relatives have been there to support you. Freda is the

was in love

didn’t listen to her, Zandra sneered, “Why do you insist on making your life difficult? Are you tired of living comfortably? Don’t say I didn’t warn you; true love is hard to get. Everyone weighs the pros and cons of marriage. Do you really think you’ll be the

at the door to add, “You

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