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What had he done wrong?
Antonio had cheated on Grace, yet he had the nerve to ask if he
had done something wrong.
Grace struggled to keep herself from laughing.
She glanced at the faint hickeys under his collar and said in a
calm voice, “You haven’t done anything wrong. I’m just doing charity.”
Antonio was relieved to hear that.
He had panicked when he’d first heard the news.
Just the thought of the possible consequences was enough to
make him tremble.
Antonio shook off his unease, gently running his hand through
Grace’s long hair, his eyes soft with affection. “Grace, whatever
you want to do, you have my support. But this pocket watch
represents my love for you.
“Didn’t we agree to pass it on to our children?
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“So, I bought it back.”
Antonio took out the pocket watch and placed it into Grace’s.
palm.
“I’ve been too busy and haven’t spent much time with you
recently.
“From now on, I’ll cancel my social engagements and stay at home with you, alright?”
True to his word, Antonio started staying home more.
He cooked and watched shows with Grace.
He even handled his work from the study.
At night, Antonio attempted to have intimacy with Grace, but
she instinctively pulled away.
He froze in surprise. “What’s wrong? I thought your period wasn’t due yet.”
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Grace said, as casually as she could, “I’m just a bit tired.”
Antonio’s brow furrowed slightly.
Since her miscarriage, Grace’s health had not been great, and he
knew it.
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Antonio skillfully massaged her temples.
Then, he went to fetch a bucket of hot water, rolled up his
sleeves, and knelt in front of the sofa, gently massaging her
feet.
Grace touched her throbbing forehead, a bitter smile on her
face.
When it came to taking care of her, no one did it better than
Antonio.
This habit of his had formed during their toughest times, the
days when she supported him through his early struggles.
To this day, Antonio still peeled shrimp for her, dried her hair,
carried her into and out of bed, and even put on her shoes.
All his habits remained the same.
But his heart had changed.
Antonio, unaware of Grace’s thoughts, looked up at her, his eyes
full of concern.
“Feeling better now? If not, I’ll send for Dr. Zane.”
“No need. I’m feeling much better now,” she replied.
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“I’ll run you a bath. Taking a bath might be helpful.”
Once Antonio turned away, Grace visited Mylie’s social medial
page.
Mylie had posted several updates.
“The pet feels lonely.”
“I miss you so much…”
They had only been apart for a few days, and Mylie couldn’t
stand it already.
Grace smirked.
Later that night, the storm outside raged with thunder and
lightning.
Inside the bedroom, it was calm.
Grace curled into a ball, with Antonio holding her tightly from
behind.
She lay there stiffly, enduring for a long time.
Just as she was about to break free, she saw a faint light flicker
in the darkness.
Moments later, Antonio quietly released her, checked his phone,
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and softly got up.
Grace followed him quietly, her heart sinking.
In the dimly lit hall on the first floor stood a soaked woman,
shivering from the rain.
Antonio was surprised and snapped, lowering his voice, “What
are you doing here? How did you get my house password?”
Mylie turned around, her eyes lighting up. Without a second.
thought, she rushed to Antonio, hugging him tightly.
“I memorized it earlier.
“Honey, it’s thundering outside. I’m so scared to be alone…”
Antonio’s face remained cold.
He grabbed her wrist and said in an icy voice, “Did you forget
what I said? You can do whatever you want, but not here!
“Get out. Now.”
Mylie looked up at him, tears pouring down her face. “Don’t be
angry. I’ll leave…”
She suddenly staggered, almost falling.
Antonio steadied Mylie with one hand, his eyes fixed on her
ankle.
On her bare foot, there was a bloody wound.
Mylie bit her lip and started to sob.
“The thunder was terrifying. You haven’t come to see me for
days, and I was so scared….
“That’s why I came to find you.
“I’ll leave now. Please don’t be upset…”
But Mylie didn’t leave.
When Antonio was hesitant, she seized the moment and kissed
him.
Antonio was instantly aroused.
He responded to her kiss, taking control.
Upstairs, Grace felt like the whole world was spinning. She had
to grip the railing hard to prevent herself from falling.
She didn’t know how long it had been when the two figures finally pulled apart.
Antonio texted on his phone while saying in a low voice, “I’ve
arranged for someone to pick you up. Go home, okay?”
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Suddenly, a flash of lightning illuminated the room, revealing
Grace’s figure.
