Chapter 117

Timothy set down his utensils, fixing Mia with a steady, intense gaze,

Taking a deep breath, Mia inquired, “Why did you replace the doctor for Grandma’s surgery? Maya’s brother is arguably the best in his field. Having him operate on Grandma seems like the safest choice.”

A shadow crossed Timothy’s face, his throat tightening. “Who told you that?”

“I met your mother today during my visit to the hospital,” Mia replied.

Timothy leaned back and asked coldly, “Is that all you wanted to discuss?”

“Timothy, perhaps you should consider agreeing to Maya’s brother’s terms. It doesn’t seem like a loss on your end,” Mia suggested.

A palpable tension enveloped the dining room following her words.

Gazing at Timothy, Mia suddenly felt a disconnect, as if she couldn’t grasp his intentions.

With a smirk, Timothy quipped, “No losses, you say? Is your rush to find solace in another man’s arms fueling this misguided justification?”

“It’s the best decision, for both of us and especially for Grandma,” Mia asserted.

“That’s merely your viewpoint,” Timothy countered.

With a creak of his chair, he stood up, drawing Mia’s attention. “And what about your perspective?” she

pressed.

voice echoed behind him.

voice tinged

“You’ve been dragging out the divorce. Is it possible

me?”

his tone laced with condescension. “Mia, what gives you

possibility?” she probed.

words seemed more like a thoughtless jab, aiming to provoke Timothy into proceeding with

the divorce.

“I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again.

into marriage a second

paused, catching Timothy’s subtle reference to their previous marriage.

and disdain, revealing

unease swept

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“There’s no need to tell Grandma about the divorce, and I won’t mention anything

her clarity, Mia had no intention of further

of irritation washed over Timothy, causing

yours to dictate! Abandon those

drifting to the barely touched food before

utensils and began to eat, though the flavors seemed muted, robbed of

appeal.

found herself alone in the master

Timothy remained absent, his absence

Mia received a call from Patricia, inviting her over

no classes scheduled for the afternoon, Mia

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