The Returning Ex

Matilda tittered. “My temperament was different back then. I was very competitive, so I had to be the victor in everything.” But on second thought, it was quite tiring back then. Despite everyone tolerating me and bowing to me, I actually wasn’t happy.

Sophia came out when she was done washing up and sat down at the side. Then, she started eating. The thing with her appetite was that it came and went at random times; she initially thought that she wouldn’t be able to stomach much, but she was then inhaling the food before she’d realized it.

Upon seeing her stuffing her face, Matilda chortled. “The little fellow in your stomach will definitely be round and chubby in the future.” After saying that, she kept an eye on Sophia’s expression as she asked, “Are you really not planning to remarry John?”

“No. No way,” Sophia declared resolutely. “That’s not in my plans.” When she’d said that, she turned her gaze on Matilda. “Hey, what would you do if John’s father asks you for a remarriage?”

Matilda burst into laughter. “Stop messing with me. His father will never do that. He has finally escaped my clutches, so how could he possibly turn around and jump back into hell?”

Failing to keep the lid on her amusement, Sophia dissolved into giggles. “You’re quite clear of where you stand.”

up? A lot of malls are having sales recently, so things seem to be quite a steal. I’m thinking of going on a shopping

the window. “It should be fine since it’s broad daylight now. Let’s

to her room and changed. Sophia got ready as well before leaving

was having a promotion lately, so they went there to shop and ended up buying quite a lot of things. Sophia couldn’t carry heavy stuff, so Matilda carried the bags. Not daring to

she still saw his action clearly. When he was done taking her photos, he dipped his head. He’s probably checking them before sending them to someone, she thought. The elevator then slowly made its descent, but she kept her eyes on the man until he disappeared from sight. Then, she let out a breath, her heart having once

the other hand, didn’t notice anything amiss. After stepping out of the elevator, she still darted her gaze around, checking

Sophia lowered her voice as she said, “Let’s find a place and have a seat first.

gaped at her.

certain, but still, she nodded. “I can’t tell for sure yet. Let’s find a place and settle down first.