Chapter 7 How Could He Have A Relationship With His Step Sister ?

• Richard looked somewhat surprised, but he did not comment.
• I moistened my lips and quietly asked, "What about our wedding night, what was the reason?" Vaguely, I remembered, that night I sat on the balcony and waited for an entire night.
• Leaving your newlywed wife behind on a wedding night without a care, he left the house.
• I thought it must be something serious, worrying about his safety, wondering if I had done anything to displease him, and yet hoping he would return home soon.
• At that time, I was just twenty-three, and through a series of mishaps, I married the man I had been secretly in love with for years.
• How could I not have expectations for this marriage and him?
• However, it wasn't until today that I found out, while I was anxiously waiting for him to return home, he was spending time with another woman.
• This whole situation felt like a cruel joke.
• Richard did not hide it from me now, his voice sounding refreshingly calm, "There was a bit of an accident with her drag racing that night, the police informed me to pick her up."
• How coincidental. She had an accident on the day of my wedding with Richard, and it happened late at night.
• But I remember vividly, just a couple of days after the wedding during the family banquet, she was present, completely unharmed.
• I rolled down the car window, quiet for a moment and then said with apparent composure, "Richard, if she has a place in your heart, we can part on amicable terms."
• He took a sudden break, parking the car on the side of the road.
• His gaze was firmly fixed on me, showing, for once, a rare hint of emotion towards me.
• At last, the calmness was no longer dull.
• "I never thought... "
• "Buzz—" The vibration of the text message interrupted his voice.
• He glanced at it irritably and his expression suddenly became stern. With hardly any hesitation, he said, "She's in trouble, I may have to go check on her."
• "..." I held back the bitterness spreading from my chest, struggling to control my emotions, giving him a glance under the streetlight.
• The person I used to long for so deeply, now made me feel somewhat disheartened.
• "I understand."
• I tiredly opened the car door and stepped out. In the heat of anger, I contemplated divorce.
• But after all, he's someone I've loved for so many years, it's impossible to let go easily.
• I'm afraid of not being able to let go.
• I'm afraid of possibly regretting it someday when I think back.
• As the black Maybach sped away, I sighed deeply. Looking at the bustling traffic and blinking neon lights, I felt a familiar sense of loneliness.
• "What are you up to?"
• Suddenly, I received a call from Amelia.
• Her voice, like herself, was flamboyant and vibrant.
• The wind of early autumn blew past, giving me a chill.
• I tightened my coat around myself and crossed the street when the traffic light turned green.
• "Out for a walk."
• "Didn't expect our esteemed CEO Lincoln to enjoy such leisurely activities.
• Is he accompanying you...?"
• "No, I'm alone," I cut her off helplessly.
• "What kind of a man leaves his woman alone on a holiday?
• Where are you?" Amelia's temper flared instantly. When it came to my concerns, she had the ability to attack anyone indiscriminately.
• I couldn't help but laugh.
• "At Eta New Town." "Wait there, I'll pick you up."
• She dropped this line and hung up the phone hastily.
• In less than twenty minutes, a white Audi Q3 stopped in front of me.
• She rolled down the window,
• "Get in."
• "Spill it, what happened?" Once I got into the car, Amelia glanced at me while driving and said, "Don't tell me you walked eight or nine kilometers all by yourself."
• She seemed hot-tempered and impulsive, yet, she was more rational and considerate than anyone could imagine.
• I've never thought about deceiving her, and at that moment, I simply told her the ins and outs of the situation.
• Amelia's face was full of question marks, as she blurted out, "So that Bianca, wants Richard to divorce you for her?
• No wonder I bumped into her at the company during the day and saw that she was wearing a Patek Philippe watch, truly a great watch, great shameless woman! And also Richard, what's he unclearly messing around with other women for while still married?
• I see him as the runner-up in the Math and English community, such a 2B moron!"
• "So what do you think?" she asked after cursing. "I haven't thought it through yet."
• I shook my head. Amelia freed up one hand and poked my head, "You, usually so clever, get muddled when it comes to Richard.
• A few meals have messed up your entire life, only you constantly thinking about it, Richard definitely forgot about it centuries ago."
• She suddenly brought it up, and I was somewhat confused, "What meal?" She raised her eyebrows, "The few meals Richard treated you to in the cafeteria, forgot?"
• " I will never forget that. The reason I fell for Richard was because of this.
• My parents had passed away early, and my aunt took me home.
• She wanted to treat me well, but there was still my uncle and cousin.
• I started working part-time in junior high, and in university, I completely relied on myself to earn tuition and living expenses.
• Once I had to make a temporary payment, and after paying, I was short of living expenses.
• Due to malnutrition, I once fainted at school and was sent to the school clinic by Richard.
• When I woke up, the clear and bright boy was by my side, the sun shining on his body made him appear radiant. With just one glance, I was stunned.
• He didn't say much, only spoke, "Awake? The doctor says you're malnourished, pay more attention to your nutrition."
• "Thank you, you are..." "No need to thank me, I have to leave for something."
• The conversation was cold and distant to the extreme, just like him.
• But later, either he or his friend would casually put a dish of cooked food in front of me at the cafeteria.
• Their excuses were clumsy, but they never made me feel embarrassed or inferior. ...
• Amelia abruptly asked, “Tell me, was it really because of those few meals? Or, love at first sight?" "...both, I suppose."
• I didn't deny it. Falling for Richard, apart from those meals, was more because of who he is as a person.
• For someone accustomed to walking in the darkness, it is normal to long for light when they see it.
• Amelia saw things thoroughly, "Subjectively speaking, I've never endorsed your relationship with Richard.
• His demeanor is cool and restrained, and he effortlessly maintains a steady emotional state.
• To put it bluntly, he's just not committed.
• In fact, he is cold-hearted and unpredictable.
• You can't control him easily."
• However, this isn't the first time she has mentioned this to me.
• In the past, I would refute Amelia's remarks since my marriage with Richard was harmonious.
• As she continued to discuss, she furrowed her flawless brows, "But, how can Richard, being as astute as he is, simply hand over ten percent of his shares to please you?
• The moment you shared this with me, I found it hard to comprehend him.
• Could it be that in three years of marriage, some feelings had indeed developed between you?"
• I too was at a loss over this.
• The more I thought about it, the more confused I got.
• During our conversation, the car slowly pulled up in front of a bar. Feeling helpless, I said, "I cannot drink."
• "Why? Are you on antibiotics?" she asked.
• I pointed towards my belly, feeling a soft flutter in my heart, "Amelia, I am pregnant."
• "What? I'm going to be a godmother?!"
• Her eyes widened with surprise and joy, flustered for a while before gently placing her hand on my stomach.
• "When did you find out? How far along are you? Are you feeling unwell, any morning sickness?" She threw questions at me in a barrage while continuing to touch my belly.
• I chuckled and answered each of her queries one by one.
• To tell the truth, from the moment I got pregnant until now, I finally felt the mood to share my joy with others.
• I also realized that besides me, there are also people looking forward to the little life inside my belly.
• It was not until her phone started ringing that Amelia came back to her senses.
• She didn't answer the phone and, dragging me along, got out of the car and gestured towards Henry, who had run out of the bar,
• “Stop pestering me, with your calls and WhatsApp messages.”
• Amelia was beautiful and had a good personality, and she got along well with Henry and his group.
• "Isn't it because I haven't seen you for a long time? I've missed you."
• Henry, always ready with a joke, looked at me somewhat surprised, "Sis-in-law? Weren't you guys supposed to spend the festival with the old man tonight?
• Where is Brother Richard?" Amelia, who was an expert at redirection, scolded angrily,
• "Shameless.
• You and your buddies are no good. I warn you, don't tip off Richard, don't let him know that Sophia has come."
• "Who said that? My 'bird' is just fine," blurted out Sophia.