Chapter 42

Upon hearing her words, Zachary felt like his dignity was at stake.

After finishing his bath and changing clothes, he immediately went to his room.

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Meanwhile, at Lane Mansion, Xavier received a message from the bodyguard saying that after Yvette had finished eating at the restaurant, she had returned to the mansion.

Both Daphne and Shannon noticed his absent-mindedness.

"Daph, since you're here today, why not stay the night? Luke will be back tomorrow. He wants to see you," Shannon suggested.

Xavier's father, Luke Lane, was a womanizer. He was rarely home, despite being middle-aged now.

Daphne nodded shyly. "Sure."

Xavier was indifferent to their conversation. He ate a few bites and left the dining table.

"Xav, where are you going?" Shannon asked in confusion.

"Home."

he was referring to Dewberry Manor. That was the place he had lived in ever since he had gotten married to Yvette. How could

tomorrow, and we can discuss your marriage with Daph

eyes. "I'm not divorced

Shannon's heart sank.

tightened. Yvette had been dead for years, so did it really

Xavier was about to leave, she followed him.

Xavier stopped.

Why won't you accept me even now? I've waited for you for eight years, from the time

good enough for you, so I worked hard. It took me so long to get where I am now and

spoke, she reached out to hug Xavier, but he

stood frozen in place. Then, she heard his cold voice. "Have I ever denied you any of the resources

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have."

got into his car and left, leaving Daphne alone in

Shannon came out. She looked at Daphne

health report, saying you could give birth to the Lane family's first grandson within

not only have you not had a child, but Xav doesn't even want to lay a finger on you. At least

left. After Shannon ridiculed Daphne, she didn't let the

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