Following Melissa's directions, she headed to a quiet pub with a band playing soft jazz music.

Upon arrival, Melissa was already there, pulling out a chair for her.

“What's your poison, Alexis?” she asked.

Alexis smoothed her hair, replying casually, “A Margareta, please!” Besides drinks, Melissa ordered dessert for Alexis. When she turned back, she spotted Alexis lighting up a cigarette.

Melissa's jaw dropped.

Normally, Alexis wasn't a smoker but she just couldn't resist lighting one up now.

Taking a drag, Alexis exhaled lazily. Suddenly, Melissa couldn't fathom how Leonel could betray Alexis for someone like Anika.

Sensing Melissa's thoughts, Alexis spoke with a faint smile. “Leonel and I have been hashing out the divorce.” Melissa hadn't expected her to be so upfront.

Cutting to the chase, she asked, “Marcus caught wind of the rumors.

be impulsive, you know? So... is it true? Is Leonel

“It seems like it” Then, after a pause, she added, “Whether he's pushing me to give in first

made her sick! Melissa fell silent for a moment, and then clinked glasses

will swing by later. Let's make the most of the night I” A faint smile played

Leonel was already a mess; best to stay

the car, instead of dialing Leonel’s number, she rang up

not too much trouble” “Absolutely, Mrs. Douglas!” On the other end, it seemed like Noreen had

inbox. As she scrolled through, she noticed he spent a chunk of his time at social events, often with one certain companion

it was

again on

And the eighth...

Anika, Anika, Anika...

in eagerly, “These days, guys lose it the minute they

right, is it?” Alexis’ smile was faint but

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