Chapter 51 Two Heads Are Better Than One

Calvin gripped the diamond ring tightly, his eyes slightly reddened. "Where's your wedding ring? Why aren't you wearing it? Summer, what are you doing?" I shrugged, unsure of what to say. Should I tell him that I was on the brink of death back then, without enough money, even for medical bills? I knew that Calvin would soften if I told him, but I didn't want his pity. After all, our marriage had reached a terrible state. I had the money now and just wanted to hold on to my dignity. "Summer, do you know that I made that ring myself? I handpicked the diamond from dozens of others. I made it with my own hands!" His voice trembled with anger and a hint of sorrow as he continued, "I was planning to propose to you once I found a job and had some savings. Summer!" A heavy sadness settled in my heart as I stared at Calvin. His face was full of grievances, but wasn't I just as aggrieved? I had often wondered why the wedding ring was so plain—was it because I had left him, and he felt