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.

humiliations. He had been subjected to harsh words and seen disdain in

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

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

a stunning beauty like Heather and even had a son with her. After their divorce,

pulled an invitation out of her bag and passed it to Heather, saying, “Alex and I are tying the knot in a few days. I debated whether to tell you, given the past awkward relationship between you and Alex. But since we’re here now, let bygones be bygones. You’ve found an amazing partner, so I’d like to

her heart like a sharp blade. If Kate had thought about her awkward relationship with Alex beforehand, she wouldn’t have

an amazing partner, but that’s just her way of mocking me for being with a middle- aged man! Heather’s anger surged as she dwelled on the situation. She

with Kate’s hypocritical

invitation With a smile, he replied, “Don’t worry, I will make sure Heather attends your wedding! Since you both are about to tie the knot, it’s a perfect occasion for celebration. After all, it’s not every day that two best friends come together. How about I treat you