Chapter 27

Two more weeks. Hesper decided that she would brace herself until then. She would spare no effort in getting a divorce when Mr. Duval Sr. was back! She did not wish to stay in the family for a moment longer. Mr. Duval Sr. talked to her for so long until, at last, she fell asleep from exhaustion. Hearing Hesper’s even breathing through the call, Mr. Duval Sr.’s expression turned gloomy. He immediately called Rickard. “Hello, grandfather.” The scene in the living room remained as joyful as ever. However, it was different when Mr. Duval Sr.’s call came. As soon as Rickard spoke, the few people looked to him in unison. Mr. Duval Sr. spoke loudly in a strong voice, “Did you bully your wife again, Rickard? What did I teach you in the past? Why haven’t you learned anything! Hesper is a good girl, and she's the mother of your child. If you don’t appreciate her contribution, appreciate her hard work at the very least. Don’t hurt her!” Rickard was about to deny it when Hesper’s