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The driver focused on driving, and Imogen settled into the back seat, gazing out of the car window in silence. The sounds of the bustling city outside contrasted sharply with the quiet atmosphere inside the car.

Troy observed Imogen’s slightly somber expression and asked, “Since you used the card I gave you, why did you return the items and buy them again?”

As messages popped up on his phone, reminding him of the previous refunds, Troy realized that she had repurchased the same products with her own money.

Without turning to look at him, Imogen replied, “I can spend your money as I wish. It’s none of your business.”

Troy then inquired, “Are you upset because I accompanied Sarah shopping?”

Imogen responded, “You’ve done so much for Sarah. A simple stroll with her is the least of my

concerns.”

A mocking smile crept across Imogen’s face as she leaned back in her seat, closing her eyes.

Curious, Troy probed further, asking what was bothering her.

She pondered this question herself, feeling exhausted and hollow as if she had lost all her strength. It was as if a machine had run out of power or a phone had drained its battery and shut down.

In the past, she could delude herself into believing that Troy had genuine feelings for her during their three years of marriage. However, now whenever she sees him, Sarah’s words haunt her thoughts.

She longs to ask him why he loves Sarah so much and can’t forget her, questioning why he even married her.

Suddenly, Troy noticed a blush on the back of Imogen’s hand. Concerned, he asked, “What happened to your hand?”

“I got burned while eating,” Imogen replied.

“You should take care of it. Let’s go to the hospital,” Troy instructed the driver.

felt sarcastic and withdrew

would have melted

laugh at the impeccable act Troy put on throughout their three years together, deceiving

with her, saying, “Imogen, don’t make light of your

“I’m not upset, and I’m not making jokes. I just don’t need your concern. Isn’t that what you want?

face darkened, and he looked intently at Imogen.

with me? Do you not understand?” she replied, raising an eyebrow. “Or do you

Do you want me to say it

questioned, “What have I done? Why

smile, Imogen asked, “Do you remember the

responded

“And do

guilty about?” Imogen

unable to answer.

September 20th is Sarah’s birthday. It seems you have a deep affection for her, even though our anniversary is a reminder of

continued, “You go on a business trip every July, for at least half a month. What are you doing during that time?”

the driver

to contain her anger, Imogen suddenly roared, “Say something! Explain yourself,

remained speechless, unable to muster any comforting lies.

dare not admit it, right?”

her instead? Why do you treat me so poorly? You don’t even see me as a person!” Imogen roared in

she had never cried in front of anyone again. Her heart was tender,

an ordinary person, adopted into the Marshall family by a stroke of luck. However, she lived her life in fear, caution, and constant observation. The Marshall family looked down on her, and apart from her grandparents, only Troy occasionally treated her with kindness.. At times, Imogen deluded herself into

was wrong–wrong.

have treated her in such a manner. She wasn’t even worth as much as a stranger to him. He was as indifferent and cold as the rest, but he masked it with

empty as if no one was inside. A prolonged silence enveloped

heart clenching as he looked at Imogen’s

frustrated with his repeated apologies. “What else can you say besides apologizing? Troy, I’ve come to realize that your heart is made of stone.” Emotions surged within Imogen, leaving her gasping for breath as she reached out to wipe away the tears from her face. “I will make it up to you,” Troy declared in

divorcing me or by letting me resign and leave? Your so–called compensation won’t give

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again, Troy fell silent, unable to offer a satisfactory response.

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