Chapter 28

After wrapping up some expedited paperwork at home, Odell went to the bathroom to take a hot shower. It was past midnight by the time he emerged again. He sat on the bed and picked up the fully charged mobile phone. That was when he saw the message Sylvia sent him. The corners of his lips twitched, and his slender fingers began to tap rapidly against the display. “I haven’t read it yet. I’ll let you know after I read it tomorrow.” There was no response for a long time after the message was sent. Odell seemed unimpressed. He texted her again, “Have you fallen asleep?” There was still no response. Needless to say, she was asleep. This woman had the audacity to fall asleep without waiting for his reply! He immediately tapped the dial button. It took a while for the other party to pick up the call. Sylvia gnashed her teeth and grumbled into the phone, “Odell, what’s your problem? Why are you calling me in the middle of the night?!” So, she was already in the land of dreams! Odell said with a scoff, “I’m calling to inform you that you aren’t allowed to pick the twins up from kindergarten.”

There was silence on the other end of the phone for a few seconds.

Carter. I just woke up

was the one who had shouted his name the moment she answered the call. How would she

Carter, you don’t have to give me an answer now if you’re busy. You can think about it and get back to me tomorrow. It’s getting late, so get some rest. Staying up isn’t good for your health.” Odell furrowed his brows. A

the lights were still on although most of the servants had gone to sleep. The only person he saw was his wife whom he abhorred, Sylvia. She was wearing a nightgown and waiting for him by the door. The moment she saw him, she perked up and a genuine smile formed on her face. It was like a flower that bloomed amidst the dark of the rainy night and illuminated its surroundings. She helped him unbutton his coat, take off his leather shoes, and massage his legs to release the tension in his muscles, the way she had always done. While she was doing all this, she whispered into his ear, “Staying up this late isn’t good for your health. Stop working so late from today onward.” Her voice was very gentle and cautious. Although it annoyed him at the time, it was very comforting compared to her now distant and uninterested tone. He suddenly felt a fit of irrational anger, so he ignored

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