Chapter 142

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“What’s wrong? Is there an earthquake? Is there a fire? What are you shouting

for?”

Abellyn took her sweet time exiting the room, completely unfazed by Ryder’s

bellows.

In truth, she had been awake for quite some time and had been watching

some video clips on the bed. She had enjoyed herself so much that she did

not realize it was already six o’clock.

Ryder pointed at her and bombarded her with questions. “You useless

woman! Didn’t I tell you to stay home so you could cook? Where’s the food?

Why is the kitchen so quiet?”

“You told me to stay home, and I did. Besides, I never agreed to cook. Why are

you so mad? It’s not too late to cook, anyway.”

Abellyn had no fear of Ryder, nor did she think the man would dare to hit her.

It’ll be better if he does. That’s domestic abuse. I’ll have a legal reason to

leave him, then.

“Y–You!”

and his fists were clenched

Abellyn played poker

care of Tommy, or

was Tommy’s birthday that day. Ryder

already invited Emmanuel and his wife for dinner

By seven o’clock, the couple would

it was already past six, and Abellyn had not

and Ms. Quillen eat

huh? To hit me? Go on! Do

continued provoking him, even though

wouldn’t dare to touch

submits today. That way, he wouldn’t dare to lash out at

the future.

his wife, but her stubborn refusal to admit

was pushing

a knock sounded on the door right

guys at home? Mackenzie and

cheerful Emmanuel who wore a bright

was Mackenzie’s first time visiting his

Ryder responded quickly before hissing at

you later!”

me? What makes you think

arms, her eyes gleaming with disdain. She was

kitchen, she sat on the

with her legs crossed.

Mackenzie, I’m so sorry about this. Abellyn and I

just got home. I’m afraid you’ll have to wait for a

did not want

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