Kristin pressed on, and her temper red, “What’s wrong with Estre? She’s beautiful, smart, has a


    killer body, an impressive education, andes from a good family. She’s leagues above that Serene,


    yet you treat her like she’s invisible”


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    “And didn’t you agree to this marriage? You brought Estre home, but now you’re just leaving her


    alone. Isn’t that just heartless?


    If you want this way, you should have never agreed to the marriage!


    It’s been over two years since you’ve been married. How often have you been home? Estre’s always


    the one reaching out. Do you think this is appropriate?


    “If someone wishes for you to have a fulfilling life with Estre, you would direct them to construct


    schools in distant locations You are a total disgrace to the Nelson family.”


    Jason’s head was pounding. He massaged the bridge of his nose and met Kristin’s gaze, which was


    fiery with indignation What now? You want me to head off and build schools too?


    Jason muttered 1 wouldn’t dare”


    Indeed, Estre had always been the initiator throughout their marriage But why did Estre get


    married with him and be the initiator? Everyone in the family knew the reason and her purpose


    Had Estre been sincere had that incident not urred. things might have been different


    Jason didn’t want to argue with Kristin so he cated her “We’re not getting a divorce, okay? We’ll


    work it out”


    Kristin’s eyes lit up “What about kids? Will thake grandchildren to dote on?


    Jason was blunt. “No kids


    Kristin exploded, swatting at him with a feather duster “Say that again!”


    Meanwhile, in Estre’s room


    After Kristin dragged Jason away, Autumn started sobbing “Why did you have to be so impatient? Why


    did you agree to this?”


    Estre, feeling a headache said wearily. Mom, please. It’s too early for a flood of tears And besides,


    it’s not like there’s a shortage of guys out there. What are you worried


    about?”


    After saying it, she handed her mom a tissue, who epted it but cried harder. “You forgetful child.


    Have you forgotten what the fortune-teller said? Do you want to end your lineage?


    Estre remained silent, prompting Autumn to hdd, “Even if Jason has a wandering eye,


    women have to share the me for not keeping our husbands close.”


    Estre scoffed. “You me yourself more than anyone else.”


    Autumn, drying her tears, asked, “What did you say?”


    Estre deflected. 1 said it’s my fault, for not keeping your son-inw close to my heart.” Deep down


    she was relieved her father wasn’t fooling around, or she’d be unsure whom to call “Mom”,


    Without arguing. Autumn continued, “We can’t solely me you. Jason has his faults, and so do those


    other women.”


    Estre admitted, “I’m not at fault here.”


    Ignoring Estre’sment, Autumn insisted, To keep a man’s heart, a woman should bear his child.


    Otherwise, he’ll always be restless.”


    Estre couldn’t agree. Her child would be for herself, not for anyone else.


    Silence from Estre prompted Autumn to probe, “Why aren’t you speaking?”


    Estre conceded. “You’re right.”


    Autumn, now serious, revealed, “I came here toy it out for you. Forget about divorce. Your father and


    I will never approve of it. He said, no matter how tough it gets, you have to have a child. What will you


    do when we’re gone? You can’t be left alone.”


    Estre relented, “Fine, I’ll have a child.”


    Autumn, wiping away thest of her tears, made Estre promise, “You said it yourself. Don’t go back


    on your word.”


    Estre touched her temple, affirming, “I promised.”


    Autumn, still doubtful, urged, “Your father’s stressed withpany issues. Don’t distract him further.”


    Estre straightened up, “What’s happening to thepany?” Her family’s wealth was not to be trifled


    with; it was her future security.


    Autumn disclosed, “It’s something to do with the Lamont family. So, no more troubles for your father.”


    Estre nodded, “Understood.”


    Satisfied, Autumn said, “As long as you prioritize and reduce the friction with Jason, things will be


    better.”


    Estre agreed, “I’ll try.”


    Later, Autumn left to check on Jason. Exiting the room, they ran into Kristin and Jason,


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    and thetter still h


    had the marks from the feather duster


    on his face.


    Kristin approached with a smile, “Autumn, have you finished the heart-to-heart?”


    “Yes, I gave her a thorough talking to,” Autumn replied.


    Kristin took Estre by the arm,forting her “I’ve just given Jason a piece of my mind. Serene has


    left, and I’ve had everything in the house changed. If it still bothers you, we’ll move.”


    Estre yawned, “I didn’t even change my husband. No need to change the house.”


    Kristin cooed, “Whatever you want. We’ll do it your way.”


    As Estre ignored Jason, Autumn nudged her. “Estre, Jason’s looking at you. Say something to


    him.”


    Estre winced as she felt a jab. Her gaze swiftly rose to meet Jason’s eyes. There was a fleeting


    moment of charged silence as their eyes locked. Jason’s face, marked with the distinct imprint of a


    feather duster, brought a smug sense of satisfaction to With her hands casually buried in the pockets


    of her pajamas, she watched Jason with a Tanguid air and said, “So,st night you touched my boobs


    with


    your hands. Time to pay


    100


    up.”


    After Estre’s remark, Kristin and Autumn were initially taken aback, and then their faces flushed a


    deep shade of crimson.


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