Chapter 38: The Meaning of Marriage

"Oh, so she’s married and has a husband. So what? With your capabilities, you could easily take her for yourself. I really don’t understand what you’re thinking," said the man with sunglasses, clearly baffled. Steve hadn’t expected the man to echo what Hedley had said earlier. A feeling started to stir in Steve’s mind, a sense of desire—almost as if the man’s words had ignited something within him. With his abilities, he could indeed do whatever he wanted. Steve didn’t respond further, instead quietly sitting to the side and smoking a cigar. At lunch, everyone was enjoying a feast of lobster, seafood, and pasta, but Steve wasn’t interested. Only Amia seemed to notice that Steve’s appetite was light, so she specially made a bowl of noodles for him. Afterward, they left the estate and headed back. The car ride was silent and awkward, with neither of them initiating conversation. Once they reached the city, Steve pulled the car over and asked Amia to get out. Then he spoke up, "I’m s