Chapter 820

After Agnes started to fight back in resentment, Bastian realized she could no longer be controlled or manipulated. But he never expected a divorce. With the family's poor conditions, and at his age, he knew that he would never be able to marry again. Even young bachelors struggled to find a wife these days. After the divorce, he would struggle to remarry. It would also tear the family apart. Shawn had never been close to him. In fact, Shawn hardly spoke to him after Chester's death. He needed Agnes mostly to take care of his bedridden, elderly mother who needed constant care. Taking care of his mother had driven him to the edge of exhaustion. "Darling, I was wrong. Please forgive me just this once," he pleaded, his voice tinged with tears. "I'm a jerk. I didn't cherish you, and that's my fault. "I also owe Chester an apology. Please forgive me, and I promise I'll turn over a new leaf. If you come back, I'll find a job and support the family. "I'll never drink, smoke, gamble,