At exactly five in the evening, Alex picked up Aurora from the hospital. Despite the high likelihood that Aurora already knew Alex was cheating again with Nicole, she still kept her promise to visit Alex's parents' house together.Outside the hospital, Alex waited with an uneasy heart. He kept asking himself, if he met Aurora, would she immediately file for divorce?Just imagine, after being caught cheating, Aurora, out of her kindness, gave him a second chance. And now? He had squandered the opportunity his wife had given him by repeating the same foolishness. Truly foolish! Ah, he didn't know how lucky he was.Alex admitted he was truly clueless. But, to part from Aurora, he really couldn't. That's why, when his wife was already in the car, on the way to his parents' house, Alex tried to find the right moment. Basically, Alex wanted to sincerely apologize even though Aurora hadn't mentioned anything since earlier."Aurora...." There was no response to this call. That's why he called
Meanwhile, when they arrived at Alex's parents' house, Aurora remained friendly and casual. As usual, she politely helped Savana prepare dinner. Serving food on the table, then they ate together while chatting lightly."How's your job, Alex? Everything going smoothly?"Alex nodded as if nothing had happened. In reality, even swallowing food felt difficult. He was preoccupied with figuring out how to tell his parents about the fate of his crumbling marriage."Smooth, Mom. No problems with work.""Thank God." A moment later, Savana turned to Aurora. Now, it was her daughter-in-law's turn to be questioned, akin to a student being interrogated. "And how about you, Rin? Is your job at the hospital going well? I heard you've been working overtime a lot lately."Aurora grumbled inwardly. She was certain her in-laws knew about her coming home late from their son. It was ridiculous to her. Why should she have to explain all this? Moreover, whether she worked overtime, came home early, or didn'
Don't ask how frustrated and hurt Nicole felt when she was humiliated by Aurora over the matter of paying a restaurant bill that amounted to tens of millions. Not to mention when she met Alex, instead of being defended, the man actually asked Nicole to stay away or even end the relationship that she had painstakingly maintained.It didn't stop there. Amidst the distress, resentment, and anger that piled up, God brought Nicole into another ironic situation. In one of the mini-markets, she accidentally crossed paths with Aurora.Are they meant to be together?Why do they always encounter each other?Nicole pondered to herself, why couldn't her cousin, who also happened to be the wife of the man she liked, just disappear or go to hell. Nicole was truly disgusted. Especially when Aurora clearly demeaned her self-worth."No matter how beautiful you are. Sexy, or even superior in bed, I bet Alex will still choose me. Why? Because no matter what, Alex can surely distinguish between who he ca
Early in the morning, Aurora had already arrived at the hospital. Because she had stayed overnight with Alex, she deliberately avoided any unnecessary meetings, especially engaging in conversation with him.Since earlier, Aurora had been sitting at her desk lost in thought. Staring straight out the window while observing the row of buildings in front of her, she continued to ponder, searching for the best way to respond to Alex, Nicole, and her in-laws' actions towards her.For God's sake, Aurora felt openly manipulated. She seemed so foolish because her self-esteem had been undermined. Trampled upon. What's worse, she, the victim, was made out to be the most culpable figure in the marital problems she was facing."Aurora... can I come in?"The sound of a knock on the door instantly interrupted all of Aurora's musings. Turning, she found Alden standing outside the room, throwing his characteristic smile. The man seemed overly eager for an answer to the permission he had just requested
After Alden left, Aurora finished the breakfast he had provided. Just as she took the last spoonful, Rayyen knocked on the door and walked in.The two of them had made plans. Last night, when Aurora arrived home, she immediately contacted her cousin. She outlined the main issues that were happening and asked Rayyen to visit her at the hospital before going to his Law Firm."So, it's your mother-in-law who instructed Nicole to get close to Alex from the beginning? Outrageous!"Aurora nodded, confirming Rayyen's recent question. Even her cousin couldn't believe how heartless Savana had been."Yeah. Because she didn't like me from the start, thinking I couldn't give Alex children, she dared to ask another woman to seduce Alex.""Then just file for divorce, Aurora. Don't wait any longer. What is there to hold onto?"Aurora nodded. Regardless of the reasons, she couldn't continue her relationship with Alex."I am filing for divorce today, Ray. That's why I appointed you to handle everythin
Nicole never forgets last night's events when she revealed her pregnancy to Alex and Aurora's family.Of all people, only Savana seemed supportive and trusting. Alex even questioned, seeming to doubt the situation he was facing."Are you really pregnant?" Shortly after Aurora was picked up by the driver, Alex approached Nicole. After a moment of silence, he finally asked the question."Do you think I'm joking? This isn't a joke, Alex!"Alex's eyes briefly closed followed by a soft sigh. Instead of happiness, his head only felt more dizzy hearing about Nicole's pregnancy."Since when?"It was Nicole's turn to sigh. Slowly, she gave an explanation."Do you remember our last date in Singapore? Since we got back from there, I haven't had my period.""But, haven't you always been taking birth control?""Yeah, but that time I intentionally didn't take it."Nicole responded casually, as if the pregnancy had been planned. "Besides, if you forgot, ever since Aurora didn't want to be touched,
After confirming Nicole's pregnancy with the obstetrician, Aurora returned to her workspace followed by Rayyen and Asher. Along the corridor, the lawyer couldn't stop protesting. He continuously grumbled in frustration and annoyance at Aurora's decision.Rayyen felt Aurora was overly patient. She seemed naive for readily complying with Savana's unreasonable demands."For heaven's sake, I don't understand your thought process, Aurora."Once in the room and after closing the door, Rayyen continued to protest. He tried to make Aurora realize not to surrender to the intimidation from her mother-in-law."Yet..." Rayyen continued. "You could just stand up to Nicole and Mrs. Savana. They've both really humiliated your sister. Plus, why not let me shut them up by telling them about Alex who can't actually have children. Besides, you have the medical evidence."Aurora, who was already seated at her desk, nodded. Her face appeared calm. She even managed a smile."Patience, Ray. Do you think I'm
Alex feels incredibly lazy to go home. It's only been a day since Nicole started living with him, and she's already exhibiting all sorts of behaviors that irritate him.Despite Alex's memories of their secret relationship when Nicole seemed so delightful, every time they were together, his mistress often made him both fond and longing. But why does she appear so annoying now that they're under the same roof?"Why are you in my room?"That night, Alex arrived home exhausted and with a headache from thinking about divorce and tiredness from work. He was taken aback when he entered the guest room and found Nicole lying on the bed. After all, there were three guest rooms in the house. Why did Nicole choose the same one as him?"I'm tired, Nicole. Please go back to your room."Alex politely requested. For God's sake, he was seriously tired and not in the mood to deal with this. But instead of complying with Alex's request, Nicole sounded petulant."I want to sleep with you, Alex.""Sleep w