Chapter 21

Thaddeus went silent for a while. The call plunged into an awkward silence, which fueled Mona’s anxiety. She dared not hang up on him either. After a while, the man's deep voice said, “Grandfather’s birthday is in two days. Be prepared to join me at dinner.” Mona’s heart slightly moved. Thaddeus said that he would submit the divorce papers after his grandfather’s birthday event. Now it made sense why Mariane was pregnant. It was time for her to give up the position of the secret wife. After the call, Mona felt relief more than ever. She started a countdown to the birthday event in her heart. On the auspicious day, Mona dressed up meticulously for the event. She wore a beautiful fitting dress that looked fashionable and elegant, suitable for attending formal events. Thaddeus parked the car by the road and picked her up. The man’s gaze was glued to her body. The tight dress highlighted her voluptuous body, especially her slender waist. Thaddeus gulped nervously be