Chapter 5

The maid had just brewed a fresh pot of Earl Grey, Jennifer’s absolute favorite, especially when the first flush of spring infused the air with its delicate aroma. She took a sip and went to the point without skipping a beat, “Have you talked to Curtis about what we discussed last time?”

Leanne hesitated for a moment. “Not yet.”

She had tried reaching out when he was still in Manhattan. Over the phone, she had suggested they should talk in person, but he was busy, hardly patient enough to listen, simply brushing her off with, “Let’s talk when I get back.”

After several failed attempts to call him again, Leanne had given up.

“You never take anything to heart,” Jennifer frowned deeply. “I told you to talk to him, and it’s been ages since then. I have no idea if you’ve even brought it up. Now that Curtis is back, you guys should really find some time, clear things up. The faster you face it, the quicker you can put it all behind you. Living like this is just a pain for others.

Jennifer had been troubled by Curtis and Leanne’s marriage for years, wishing she had never given in to their union.

“Divorce would be a relief for both of you. I’m only thinking of what’s best for you.”

Leanne cast her gaze down to her tea cup.

It would indeed be a relief if she didn’t love Curtis.

“I’ll discuss it with him,” she murmured.

and Mr. Curtis have returned,” announced

Leanne turned around.

with Maddox Richardson, his father.

always had a casual air about him. His suit jacket slung over his arm carelessly as he conversed with Maddox, a loose smile on

at seeing her son after a long time, Jennifer stood up with a wide grin, “What’s with the sudden return, without even a word to

you like

though inside, she was more than happy to see Curtis. “You’ve lost weight again. Haven’t you been eating well over

to fuss

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you keep me in the house and let me

playfully. “You never take anything

little, Curtis had been quick-witted, charming when he wanted to be, and persuasive

years, but at heart, he was still the same naughty boy,

sat beside Curtis.

authority, always made her feel a little

to which Leanne responded with the respect of a student being questioned by

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