Chapter 662


    Skr’s appearance was striking enough to


    in her and reluctant to divorce.


    make any man’s heart flutter. No wonder Joe was so invested


    Skr’s expression remained calm and indifferent as she replied, “I am.”


    Joe took her hand firmly in his. He wrapped it entirely in his grasp and said, “She’s my wife.”


    His firm


    dearation made Skr’s hand


    slightly. His tone was resolute, without a trace of


    It was clear that he took great pride in her being his wife. This deration also gave him the


    confidence and strength to invest his heart fully.


    Watching from the sidelines, Edgar felt warmth spread through his chest. He thought to himself that


    Gloria could finally rest easy–Joe truly cared for Skr


    It was evident that Joe was standing up for Skr before Edwin. It was something he had never


    done so earnestly before.


    Edwin’s face darkened with anger. He thought Joe was merely an ungrateful son.


    “You two only have a marriage certificate. Many people in Jipsburg City still don’t know about your


    rtionship,” he said coldly.


    Molly, who had yet to leave, subtly furrowed her brow at the scene.


    Joe’s concern for Skr was more pronounced than she had anticipated. There was a softness in


    Joe’s eyes when he looked at Skr, perhaps even a tenderness he himself was unaware of.


    “I’m preparing for the wedding. You’ll be notified to attend when it’s time. For now, we should focus


    on Grandma’s condition. If anything happens to her, you will be held ountable,” Joe said coldly.


    Edwin’s anger was palpable. “Do you even realize what you’re saying?” he demanded.


    The elderly had less resilience as they aged, so it was normal for them to suddenly feel unwell while


    on the phone. Yet Joe dared to me him for it.


    “There’s too much going on with the Martin family right now. You’d better postpone the wedding,”


    Edwin added sharply.


    Skr felt Edwin’s hostility acutely this time. Regardless of Joe’s earlier words, the wedding would


    have failed to take ce.


    Aside from Gloria, the rest of the Martin family would not tolerate Skr staying with Joe.


    Skr had a rebellious streak and felt even more determined to stay with Joe under these


    circumstances. She wanted the Martin family, who failed to care for Joe, to see them living


    harmoniously together.


    Joe’s lips curled into a cold smile. “The Martin family has a lot going ontely. What does that have


    to do with me?”


    He was determined to do what he wanted, and no one could stop him.


    “The wedding must go on. I’ll not let my wife be wronged in any way,” Joe dered. His voice grew


    firmer with each word. His tone clearly indicated a fierce disagreement between him and his father.


    Skr kept her head down. She appeared obedient and silent. Yet, a ripple of doubt stirred within


    her. She wondered if Joe’s constant reference to her as his wife was merely a way to provoke


    Edwin.


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    This thought was quickly pushed aside. Regardless of his reasons, she couldn’t dwell on it.


    Edwin’s expression darkened further. “Your grandma isn’t feeling well today, and we’re in a hospital.


    It’s not the right time to discuss things. We’ll talkter.”


    Joe sneered. He suddenly nced at Molly. “Aren’t you leaving yet?”


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    Molly’s face stiffened immediately.


    Having been Mrs. Martin for so many years, she was ustomed to being respected and treated


    with utmost care whenever she went. Her elevated status had made her forget what it was like to be


    treated with disdain.


    Now, faced with Joe’s cold stare and themand to leave, she felt a storm of emotions rising


    within her.