Chapter 97

Megan slipped into her morning robe and stepped onto the balcony for a look

The car hadn’t left, and Sullivan hadn’t gotten in. He stood beside the sleek black sedan, taking a drag of his cigarette

It was a crisp October moming

He was dressed in black from head to toe, with a matching light trench coat thrown over his shoulders. The early morning sun kissed his profile, and the gentle breeze tousled his neatly trimmed hair he stood out with an effortless charm.

Sensing Megan’s gaze. Sullivan glanced up and locked eyes with her

Neither looked away

Sullivan even squinted slightly, as if trying to see her more clearly. He could see his wife standing in the soft light, bathed in the glow, almost seductive.

Sullivan’s Adam’s apple bobbed, and he took a deep puff of his cigarette. His cheeks sunk with the effort, exuding a rugged masculinity. Then he let out a soft chuckle.

It sounded almost like mockery!

Just then, Blanca emerged from the foyer, luggage in tow. The driver loaded it into the trunk, and Megan realized Sullivan was off on a business trip. The ring of her cell phone pulled her back to the bedroom.

to see who it was.

was from Bianca, who spoke with a polite yet distant tone, “Mrs. Lowry, would

dare boss

boxes scattered on the couch from

night;

inspection, there was a small, off–white

later. It was better not to let the housekeepers see such things; they

parked

seat was rolled

gently reminded him to take

Sullivan listened absentmindedly.

I’m heading and how long Ill be gone?” He was obviously trying to rile her up, but Megan didn’t bite. She replied with good humor. “Take

window rose before her face.

was still angry. Megan couldn’t fathom what had

had a mare moment

performed her duties diligently, caring for her husband, reminding him to take his medicine and to be wary of the autumn chill. She was the epitome of a traditional wife, and Sullivan’s business partners often heard about

ended the call, his

Megan care about him and his illness? She must be thinking ill of

fourth day of Sullivan’s trip, a scandal broke.

9 PM, Megan called him and was answered by a young woman, “Mr. Lowry is in the shower and might not be able to take your call. Should I get him?”

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