Geoffrey's earlier seriousness faded away, replaced by fatherly warmth. His words brought Yvonne a little comfort.

"Dad, I understand."

"That's good. I'm really happy you came to have dinner with me tonight. I've asked the kitchen to prepare your favorite dishes."

He didn't want Yvonne to discover that Sydney was there. However, Sydney was so exhausted from his torment that she wouldn't wake up, not even if thunder struck.

After Yvonne finished eating with him, she would leave. At that point, he would return to his room and continue sleeping with Sydney.

"Thank you, Dad." Yvonne smiled. "Dad, no matter what happens, remember that we're family and I'll always be your daughter. Even though you and Mom divorced, I know there must have been no way to continue living together, which is why you made that choice. The divorce is good for both of you. As your daughter, I just want you both to be happy. If one day you meet someone who can make you happy, you must tell me. I will support you."

Geoffrey smiled, gratified. "That's my girl! Don't worry. If that day ever comes, I'll tell you. And no matter what, your mother will always hold an important place in my heart. She's a good woman." Though that place had nothing to do with love.

Geoffrey had only ever loved one woman in his life. His feelings had never changed.

felt most for her was guilt.

him, keeping many things hidden. Even after the divorce, she didn't reveal

he felt guilt and gratitude toward her,

love, and

in the end, Xyla couldn't take it anymore and asked for a divorce. So,

this to Yvonne, as

a meal with Geoffrey, and the father and daughter chatted and laughed. It had been a long, long time since they had spent time

been serious and rarely involved in her life, but tonight, the father and daughter duo enjoyed themselves, talking and laughing

his daughter, rather than

stood up and said, "Dad, I'm going to the restroom. I'll be back soon to

his hand. "Go

out of the dining

reached the staircase, she glanced upward and, seeing no one, hurried up the

cautiously, she gripped the doorknob and quietly opened a

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