Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 70

Now that Mila was contemplating divorce, the question of Adrian's custody loomed heavily over her.

Mila could sense what her grandaunt Jade was thinking. She had often imagined that if their strained relationship ever improved, she would take Adrian to visit Jade.

But now...

Jade had never been fond of Lysander, so Mila could muster the courage to tell her about his infidelity, and Jade would likely accept it.

However, admitting that Adrian harbored resentment towards her and favored Lysander's affair partner was something Mila couldn't bring herself to say.

How could she possibly explain that?

To confess that the child she had carried for nine months, whom she had risked her life to bring into the world, preferred Lysander's mistress and even wanted her as a mother?

To reveal her intention to relinquish custody?

Jade might not be able to handle it; she wasn't young, and their relationship had only just begun to mend.

not rush things with Adrian. Lysander and I haven't even

came to dividing wealth. She decided not to press the issue of custody further but suggested Mila find time to bring Adrian over

Mila replied, "...Okay."

a portfolio from the table, steering the

years. Not bad. Your craftsmanship hasn't declined, and your creativity is still

point, she was

words, Mila felt a surge of happiness,

echelon of

carried significant weight

serious nature, she wouldn't offer empty

remarks indicated that Mila's recent design work held

is off to a good start, and it's essentially your initial brand. Keep it running, but don't take on any big commissions for the next few months. Once you've

skills and talent were honed under my guidance, and your designs are exceptional. What you lack is recognition. International exposure will bring

Mila knew

thirteen haute couture luxury brands, Jade's intention was clear-she wanted

Splendid's prestigious backdrop, Mila could bypass many of the arduous processes and complexities, making her debut on the international stage where she could