Facade of Love

Chapter 84 Moore wants to work with me?

His brow furrowed, his face taking on a serious expression. “Why the sudden question?” he asked.

Watching his reaction, I could not quite put my finger on why I felt a lump in my throat, but I asked anyway,

“Moore said that Noah did not treat her right. I want to know, will stand up for her, no matter what?”

He pressed his l*ps together, his black eyes deep and distant. After a while, he finally responded, not directly answering my question, “She’s different.”

you always

A lump formed in my throat again, leaving me unsure whether to laugh or cry. I had been so relieved when he explained his relationship with Moore.

The room fell silent for a long time. Idris looked at me, his black eyes deep and somewhat shadowy. After a while, he finally asked, “Why are you asking me all this all of a sudden?”

I managed a stiff smile and said, “Just curious.”

Seeing my reaction, he sighed, a hint of helplessness in his voice. “Yvette, you’re my wife and always will be.”

I nodded, my voice tired, “Let’s get some sleep. I’m a bit worn out.”

Lying in bed, I turned my back to him, a mix of emotions swirling inside me.

to me but

understanding.

day, the temperature in Lake City had dropped even further. The foggy weather and light drizzle dampened my spirits. When I woke up, Idris was already gone.

to the

Maxwell was there, arms crossed, giving me a once- over. He

question sounded so strange.

slightly annoyed, “Can you talk normally, please? He’s my husband. What’s this

fussing about you. She’s afraid you won’t leave Idris because of the kid. You’re not actually

not in the mood for this. I changed the subject.

he. “It’s all sorted out now, pretty much as we suspected. Doctor Miller was too hasty, gave her too much medication, and that’s what caused Sophia’s death. The police have already found him guilty in court.”

a moment, and then asked him, “Is anyone handling Sophia’s funeral arrangements?”

that. Once the police are done with the

had helped me in the mental hospital, but I had not been able to save her. Maxwell grunted in agreement. Seeing my low spirits, he did not continue his teasing.

stormed into my office, her eyes bruised and angry, glaring at me.

I gave

it would you

her dark eyes fixed on me, she got straight

frowned, utterly confused. “Partnership? Partnership in what?”

stay in Lake City. I promise not to interfere with your life with Idris. I’ll clear up the

eyes at her.