Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 850

That day in Border City was exceptionally cold.

Gusts of wind howled, and a relentless snowfall blanketed the town all day long.

Yet, Phineas and Kelsey's hearts were ablaze with warmth!

It was Phineas's birthday, a day that also marked a milestone in his career.

Phineas had devoted years to his art, working tirelessly, yet he remained largely unnoticed, a mere background figure in the art world.

But on his birthday, he received an unexpected invitation from his idol.

His idol was a renowned master painter, known for his profound skill and unique style, and an unyielding spirit.

He earned his living through art but never compromised his standards for money.

Once, a wealthy collector offered a hefty sum for a portrait of his mistress, but the painter flatly refused, stating he wouldn't paint for such a cause.

His reasoning was straightforward and blunt: mistresses disgusted him, unworthy of his work.

each of his pieces to a child he had nurtured and finding a "home" for them meant entrusting

'children' being in the

this painter were divided; some accused him of pretentiousness, arguing his pride came with fame and fortune, curious if he'd still refuse commissions

character remained unchanged through times of hardship, calling him a breath of fresh air in the art scene. But regardless of personal views on his character, no one

invited

display one of Phineas's own pieces alongside his, a gesture that filled Phineas with immense surprise

opportunity could catapult him to fame, securing his

leap in both reputation and earnings for

gem

shared

school uniforms to wedding dresses, a deep and genuine

was genuinely thrilled for her

special birthday cake

dress and heels she hadn't worn in ages, and together with their children, headed to Phineas's studio

between the city and the suburbs, offering ample space, a serene environment, and affordable

family had planned to

Phineas rushed over and lifted her in his arms,