Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 96

"Of course, even if you want to go through with it, let's wait until after the New

Year. Everyone deserves to celebrate in peace. If you stir up a divorce now, who can truly enjoy the festivities?"

With these words, he turned to leave.

But just before turning away, he couldn't help himself and added, "No matter the issues between you and Lysander, your mother-in-law has always been good to you. For her sake, let everyone have a peaceful New Year."

Having said his piece, he exited through the café's back door to avoid running into that troublesome son of his.

...

Upstairs, Mila sat alone.

She quietly folded the divorce papers and glanced down at the lively trio below, who seemed like a perfect family. A sad smile crept onto her face, filled with an inexplicable sense of melancholy.

Everyone urged her to be patient, to ensure a happy New Year for others.

But what about her?

would she and her

ensure it was a joyful

...

road to her

the line. She was surprised he still reached out to her. After exchanging pleasantries, he mentioned wanting to make up for the awkward family gathering by

great-aunt's warnings about the Lockwood family, a clan with a

Sutherland, do you remember the old acquaintance I mentioned last time? He's arriving tomorrow at the latest. Aren't you interested in catching

grip on the steering wheel tightened. After a few seconds, she responded, "Mr. Lockwood, the past is behind us. I want to start anew and have no desire

should remain

chuckled softly, "Ms. Sutherland, you have quite the resolute heart. It's a shame for my

Mila ended the call.

ahead until her vision steadied. Then, she started the car

evening gloom, Maplewood Grove was alight

approaching, the community was alive with celebratory spirit. Driving through the

cat-shaped candle, adding a touch of joy and