The Spare Wife by Nadia Gordon

Chapter 561 A Marriage Proposal

The next morning, Abigail was abruptly awakened by her ringing phone. She frowned and impatiently answered, “Hello?”

“Miss Quinn, it’s me! Ronaldo!” the cheerful voice on the other end exclaimed.

Abigail took a deep breath and sighed in frustration. “It’s so early… Can’t you let me sleep at little longer?”

“The sun is already high in the sky! Let me tell you, Eric’s grandmother called him back and said they were coming to Eastbay to get him. I told his grandmother that I was taking Eric out to sea and that we wouldn’t be back for six months. She was furious. Do you think I did the right thing?” Ronaldo asked.

“How is Eric feeling?” Abigail gradually felt herself becoming more awake.

“He’s fine, I guess,” Ronaldo replied uncertainly. “He’s really pitiful. Not only did he fail to win your heart, but he also ended up sleeping with a woman. He’s a big star. You’d think he would have better self-awareness. Yet, he ended up in bed with some random woman!”

“Could you please lower your voice?” Abigail sat up and brushed her hair away from her face.

“Oh, it’s fine. He’s busy collecting seashells far away from me. I brought him to the sea early in the morning. Honestly, he seems to be enjoying himself,” Ronaldo replied carefreely.

“If only he could be as carefree as you, he wouldn’t have so many troubles,” Abigail murmured.

Eric had always supported her unconditionally through all her ups and downs. Even though. his emotions eventually got the best of him, causing her some trouble, she still couldn’t deny that he had always been there for her. Regardless, this was just a minor test of their friendship, and she genuinely hoped he could find happiness in his life.

is boundless, just like my heart. If I’m ever unhappy, I’ll just

outlook on life,” Abigail said with

she

should learn to be more open-minded. Every problem can be resolved, and cherishing the present is vital because we don’t have much

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Abigail fell into silence.

knowing that

you,” Abigail replied

she still couldn’t shake off these emotional obstacles that had been troubling her. She was supposed to accept her birth parents because it wasn’t their fault that she had gotten lost. Still, she couldn’t muster any genuine feelings for them. She couldn’t just break down in tears

Abigail got out of

last night?”

okay,” Abigail

worried that the Pearson

with them, nor have I ever expected them to barge into my life. When I face them, I feel like I’m facing strangers. I still have an urge to flee whenever we’re in the same room.” Abigail shared her feelings with

had never longed for her parents because she had. always been loved and cared for by her grandparents. She had always considered her life happy enough. So, suddenly having parents made her feel like something extra

time. You don’t have to accept them right away. Besides,

feel like they’re unnecessary.” Abigail said softly. Perhaps she had been momentarily moved by Scarlett’s tears. Regardless, after that brief moment of empathy, she only felt awkward

will always have me.” Analise gently ruffled

“Okay.” Abigail nodded.

handed Cameron the clothes she