For years, we lived as a couple in name only. In reality, she saw me as an enemy, blaming me for interfering and ruining her happiness with Ethan.
Rather than reveal the truth and make her resent her parents as well, I’d rather be the villain she hates. After all, I don’t have much time left.
Sophia’s call came through. “I’m waiting for you in front of the Civil Affairs Bureau.”
Her voice was cold. I replied calmly,
“Okay.”
As soon as I hung up, Lily spoke, “I’m coming with you.”
I instinctively wanted to refuse, but before I could say a word, she added, “I won’t tell Sophia anything. I just don’t feel comfortable letting you go alone.”
I didn’t refuse again and nodded in agreement.
Sophia wasn’t waiting alone in front of the City Hall. Beside her stood Ethan.
Ethan looked just as he had years ago. Today, he seemed especially cheerful, unable to hide the smile on his face.
When Sophia saw Lily and me arrive together, she was surprised.
“Lily, why are you here?”
Lily’s expression was blank. “Sophia, do you really have to divorce James?”
Sophia sneered at me.
“James Charbel, did you ask Lily to come and plead for you?”