Chapter 327

This wasn't the first time this had occurred. Lily had grown numb to it over time, but each time it happened, she was reminded that she hadn't completely shut off her emotions. She watched Xavier's arrogant stance and Sarah's smiling expression. Her hand clenched into a fist in her sleeve, her fingertips digging into her skin. Two years of marriage had destroyed her illusions about family and shattered her expectations of what marriage should be. The truth was, she hadn't even thought about finding another man after the divorce. Not divorcing wouldn't affect her future, as she had already given up on the idea of a second chance at happiness. However, if she didn't get divorced, and if she stayed tied to Xavier for the rest of her life… The humiliation, the constant shame—how could she live with that? Tears welled up in her eyes, but she forced herself to smile. The tears streamed down her cheeks as she sniffed, struggling to keep her sobs in check. "I'm angry, but I'm at your mer