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.

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

a challenge in the afternoon–she had to visit her mother- in–law, who became an

got changed, she waited for Stanley to come

Stanley’s age, she still found it unbelievable. I can’t believe he’s 12 years older than me! Given my beauty and intelligence, I should’ve fallen in love with a younger guy. How did I end

later, she received a call from Jessica

smile and said, “Hello?”

something?” Jessica asked. “Where

home?” Melinda sat down on the couch in Stanley’s study, facing the window as she basked in the sun. “Just tell me what he asked

you worried I’d expose your

from me again, I’ll start treating you like

don’t do that to me!” Jessica quickly relented. “I know you don’t want to get too close to those from the business

have to stay away from you,”

I got it. Stanley might be looking into your background.” Jessica gave her a heads–up.

wants. It’s not like I’ve committed any

Jessica just wanted to

want to be friends with me, stop trying to find

“Alright.”

Melinda’s alluring gaze turned solemn. She knew Stanley would investigate her background. After all, he wouldn’t let someone

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

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