Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 126

Adrian stepped through the door with a slightly downcast expression.

Giselle, ever the optimist, gave him a comforting smile. "Don't worry about it. Things will get better. Why don't we head out later? I'll show you around and we can grab some delicious food."

...

Mila was still recovering, occasionally feeling dizzy. It was a relief that Eugene drove her back home.

This was Eugene's first visit to Mila's villa in Maplewood Grove, and he was brimming with curiosity.

As they drove past rows of houses, he noticed the vibrant decorations-especially the festive strings of candles that adorned the neighboring villa. "Who lives across the street, sis?" Eugene inquired, his curiosity piqued.

Mila glanced at the dimly lit house across the way. "They just returned from abroad. I haven't met them yet, but they seem nice." She pointed to a charming cat-shaped candle hanging under the eaves and chuckled, "They helped me hang that up when they were decorating their place."

Eugene admired the candle, nodding thoughtfully. "That's really kind of them."

projects scattered throughout the house. He wandered around, unable to

help but laugh at

She made arrangements for a car to take him back home. After seeing him off, she found herself with little appetite. She decided to turn in early, only to be interrupted by a call from her Aunt

you too busy every day? Come

hint of annoyance after being

bandaged forehead. She knew she couldn't avoid this visit, but her head injury needed

She needed backup.

thought, she dialed Miranda and quickly filled her in

Mila changed her clothes and pulled out an orange knit hat, strategically covering the bandages

up, already fuming from their earlier conversation. As soon as

this serious? Aren't

lifted Mila's hat

only sigh. "It's healing, really. I just didn't want you to

Miranda might storm downstairs and confront Hugo and his buddies. Whether they deserved it or not, a public confrontation could lead to unflattering attention, which wasn't ideal for