Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

Chapter 272

"This... it's a real mess, Valeria confessed, her uncertainty eviden She didn't want to get entangled in the affairs of these two individuals.

Sherri's voice quivered as she continued, "I'm sorry for barging

like this today. I don't have many friends here in Creyque.

I just needed someone to talk to. But it turns out I don't even have a single friend."

Valeria offered a comforting nod, fully understanding the feelings of isolation and longing.

After a brief pause, Sherri regained her composure and wiped away her tears.

"What about you? Are you considering reconciling with Hacket

Valeria's smile faded for a moment, "Honestly, I'm not entirely sure. It doesn't seem necessary to reconcile. I've never really been his preferred choice, or else he wouldn't have been so heartless four years ago. I also have my doubts about whether he genuinely loves me now. Let's keep things as they are, co-parenting Alex."

Indeed, she was at a loss navigating her relationship with Hackett, especially with the added complexity of the Maddox family. Her mind was in complete disarray.

and

"You should follow your heart. Why worry about it so much? If your former husband sincerely seeks reconciliation now, an your heart desires it, go for it. After all, you both share a child." Sherri offered a thoughtful response.

Valeria fell into contemplative silence, pondering her next steps

Could life indeed be this uncomplicated? Valeria didn't dare to contemplate it.

the recent passing of Barron, Hackett was deeply engrossed in the company's affairs, leaving no room to contemplate

words were tinged with self-interest. She couldn't shake the belief that if Valeria didn't

boldly declare to anyone who would listen that Keith wouldn't marry anyone but her. Yet, as time passed, that self-assurance

a gentle sigh. "Are you here to convince me

she had caught on to Sherri's underlying message. Valeria's wavering kept Keith's heart

I meant. I hope that all of us can find a

positive resolution? Then why did you make the wrong choices initially? You must have believed it was the right decision when you decided to marry. But now that you wish to backtrack, Keith hasn't remained in the same place, waiting

speaking, Sherri

my reasons for marrying back then. I was pushed into it," Sherri suddenly shouted,

first met Keith overseas, he was in a very fragile state, seemingly still immersed in the sorrow of your abandonment. It took him considerable time to recover from the emotional toll of that failed relationship. And now that you've returned. you expect him to embrace you without reservations, without

sudden hush fell between

of the unfairness of her

with no alternative but to reach out to Keith. Her future appeared bleak

only gone through a divorce, but you also have a child.

finally spoke

laid your cards on the table, haven't you? You weren't here to confide in me but to push me

not like that. I genuinely

Landor, the Cooper family's parents disapprove of you. Keith isn't interested in reconciling with you. My connection to all of this is rather minimal. The

"Even without me, there would be someone else. Do you believe Keith couldn't be interested in anyone other

"You!"

words with me, I'm sorry, but I don't want to hear them. I need to get some rest. There are many tasks to attend to tomorrow, Please, leave Sherri stared at

hoped Valeria would empathize with her situation and be more accommodating, but things didn't

Valeria arrived at the location chosen

window, where Keith sat alone, savoring his coffee. He had also

smile, sitting