Chapter 21

“But there isn’t a date for divorce, is there?” Gael questioned “In my heart, you’re Mrs. Fox. You’re the right woman he’s been looking for

Met with the older man’s gaze, Melinda couldn’t help putting on a smile. Thanks for telling me everything. I’ll let nature take its course when it comes to love. Now, I just hope that the kids will always stay healthy and happy”

“If there’s nothing else, I’ll resume work.”

After she nodded, Gael turned around and left.

Soon, her phone started ringing. She picked it up and realized it was Jessica calling.

After the call connected, she asked, “What’s the matter?”

“Td like to treat you to a cup of coffee, Melinda. Do you have time to talk?” Jessica sounded joyful. For some reason, she had been rather cheerful as of late.

“Sorry, I don’t have time.”

“Come on!” Jessica then spoke in a serious tone. “I met up with your husband earlier. Do you want to know why? It’s about you. If you want to find out more, come to the cafe now. I’ll send you the address on WhatsApp. See you later!”

Melinda was startled for a moment. After giving it some thought, she was no longer curious.

they met up? It’s not like he can glean any information

afternoon–she had to visit her mother- in–law,

changed, she waited for

me! Given my beauty and intelligence, I should’ve fallen in love with a younger guy. How did I end up marrying a middle- aged

hour later, she received

a smile

or something?”

stuck in traffic when I’m at home?” Melinda sat down on the couch in Stanley’s study, facing the

worried I’d expose your identity?”

secrets from me again, I’ll start treating you like I used to half a year

get too close to those from the business and political circles, but you’re married to Stanley, aren’t you?”

why I have to stay

it. Stanley might be looking into your background.” Jessica gave her a heads–up. “I didn’t tell him that you’re Emma,

admitted that I’m Emma.” Melinda curled her lips. “He can do whatever he wants. It’s not like I’ve committed any crimes. Thanks for giving me a heads–up, Jessica.”

can’t you level with me?” Jessica just wanted to know who the

you about. Remember–if you still want to be friends with me, stop trying to find

“Alright.”

Stanley would investigate her background. After all, he wouldn’t let someone he knew little about stay by

his custom–made chair as a sense of dejectedness flashed across his dark

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