Son-In-Law Gets an Upgrade

“What do you mean by that? Although Alex is Heather’s ex-husband, he is not a good-for- nothing as you described,” Kate retorted angrily.

Seeing how furious Kate was, Dexter decided to admit his mistake to placate her even though he looked down on Alex.

“I apologize, young man. I didn’t mean it in a negative way. It’s just a manner of speaking we folks from Nebula City have, and I failed to correct myself. I hope you can understand,” said Dexter with a smile.

Despite his apologetic words, Dexter acted all superior and smug. His disdain intensified when he learned that Alex was Heather’s good-for-nothing ex-husband.

“It’s fine. I’m used to it,” Alex said nonchalantly.

years he spent as a son-in-law in the Jennings family, he had endured countless humiliations. He had been subjected to harsh words and seen disdain in his wife, Heather’s eyes. There

She tightly clenched her clothes with both hands and kept her head down, too afraid to make eye contact with him.

Dexter couldn’t help feeling a twinge of envy toward him. Even though he considered Alex to be a

a son with her. After their divorce, he managed to find an innocent, adorable, and understanding beauty like Kate. What sheer luck was that?

you, given the past awkward relationship between you and Alex. But since we’re here now, let bygones be bygones.

gaze remained fixed on the dazzling red invitation lying on the table. Kate’s actions. felt deliberate, stabbing into her heart like a sharp blade. If Kate had thought about her awkward relationship with Alex

partner, but that’s just her way of mocking me for being with a middle- aged man! Heather’s anger

invitation, along with Kate’s hypocritical

you both are about to tie the knot, it’s a perfect occasion for celebration.