Chapter 298:

Melinda was acutely aware Stan desired intimacy with her, which provided her a sliver of control in their interactions. She had resisted his advances steadfastly, never imagining he would retaliate in such a calculated and cruel manner.

Stan signaled for privacy. “Let’s give them some time to sort things out.”

The room slowly emptied, leaving a tense atmosphere behind.

Melinda’s gaze followed each person as they exited.

The moment they were alone, Dean’s anger manifested violently. He seized Melinda by the hair, yanking her head back sharply.

The pain elicited a sharp scream from Melinda. “Dean! What the hell? I’m your wife! How can you treat me like this? What are people going to think?”

flames of Dean’s anger, driving him into an even

to think? I’ve openly taken a mistress, and you stayed quiet, playing the dutiful wife, only to betray me later,” Dean retorted

in

our daughter as soon as

this life, Melinda. No one made these decisions for you. If you want out, I won’t hold you back. I

pleaded, “What about

value as a son in my eyes. Considering your actions, I regret not having ousted you

ruthlessness. She pondered her limited options, contemplating aligning with Stan, despite her reservations. It seemed to be the only

crisis unfolded within the Nixon

a near-fatal drowning incident, was rescued under dramatic

for breath, surrounded by anxious family members and a few

could such a thing happen to

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