From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 279

Chapter 279

Chapter 279

Malcolm was on the road, his big rig loaded with merchandise for the next delivery.

Could it be an accident?

The thought alone caused Gina's eyes to well up with tears instantly.

"Don't worry, Mom! He's okay!" Lizzie exclaimed through sobs. "He's okay, and he's got someone else now!"

Saying that felt like lifting a huge weight off her chest.

"What?" Gina couldn't quite grasp what Lizzie meant.

Lizzie continued, "Dad has betrayed you! He's got a mistress! Do you know how he's been spending his allowance of thirty thousand a month? He's been supporting her!" Gina stood frozen, her face a mask of unreadable emotions.

It took her a moment to collect herself. "Lizzie, dear, stop kidding around! Your father isn't that kind of man!"

She and Malcolm grew up in the same small town, childhood sweethearts who knew each other inside out.

Malcolm was a good, honest man. How could he possibly do such a thing?

That was impossible!

Impossible!

"It's true.

"No, it can't be! Lizzie, you must

the evidence! And he admitted it to my face!" Gina's hands trembled as she took the

How could it happen?

had loved for over twenty

How could this be?

of

smiled at Lizzie. "Lizzie, this is something for us adults to handle. You don't need to worry about it! Your

"Mom?"

I know what to do. You have exams coming up, and don't let

husband's strange behavior earlier and burdening Lizzie with

something a child should worry

shouldn't let adult problems affect

in any way, she would regret

"I have things to do downstairs.

reaction unsettled

"Lizzie, I'm okay."

Gina headed downstairs, interacting with the staff as

bedroom and lay on her bed, overwhelmed

right

was ready, Malcolm

it smells amazing! What's on

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