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."

the house. He wandered around,

help but laugh

citing her own reasons. She made arrangements for a car to take him back home. After seeing him off, she found herself with little appetite.

you too busy every day? Come over for dinner! I have something to discuss with

a hint of annoyance after being brushed off

forehead. She knew she couldn't avoid this visit, but her

She needed backup.

a moment's thought, she dialed Miranda and quickly filled her

clothes and pulled out an orange knit hat, strategically covering the bandages on her forehead. She hoped Aunt

from their earlier conversation.

Aren't we best

frustration, Miranda gently lifted Mila's hat to

the passenger seat, Mila could only sigh. "It's healing, really. I just didn't want

Whether they deserved it or