Chapter 768

Skylar was overwhelmed by the flood of gossip and news, feeling powerless in the midst of it all. The thought of someone discussing true love as if it were priceless only deepened her dread. Joe's gaze darkened as he looked at Skylar. "Do you want a divorce?" Skylar smiled. "Isn't that what you want?" Her encounters with Vera had left her feeling stung by the woman's open disdain. To Vera, Skylar likely appeared nothing more than a disgraceful mistress. Joe's expression hardened, and he said nothing as he dressed. Before leaving, he remarked, "We'll discuss the divorce after the contract ends." Once Joe had gone, Janine knocked and entered the room. She asked cautiously, "Why did Joe leave so suddenly?" Despite her inner turmoil, Skylar's face remained impassive. "He had something urgent to attend to and won't be back tonight. It's late, so you should get some rest, Mom." Janine nodded but remained worried. "Be honest with me. Did you two have an argument? This visit feels diffe