Chapter 17

Joshua wore pajamas that matched the color of hers. His collar was slightly open, and his hair a bit messy, which gave him an air of disheveled charm, more unrestrained than usual, and the coldness he often exuded was now diminished. For a moment, it felt like the early days of their marriage.

Noticing Cynthia’s dazed expression, Joshua realized there were tears on her face and

lingering teardrops on the lashes of her eyes. Swallowing hard, he furrowed his brow slightly and asked, “Why are you crying?”

“Who’s crying?” Cynthia replied in confusion. However, having just woken up, her mental state was not as sharp as usual, making her retort seem more like an attempt to cover up her own vulnerability.

upset about the divorce, Joshua said, “Well,

Cynthia wanted only to drink some water and sleep, feeling extremely

her hand, took

Cynthia was puzzled,

hand revealed his distinct knuckles.

stared at the half–full glass, sipping the water slowly. She did not answer his

the divorce tomorrow?”

drinking motion paused, struggling to

up the topic, his

the table, Cynthia responded calmly,

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