Chapter 282

Since Linda hadn't gone home last night, she needed to check on Lexi today. Otherwise, Lexi would be pouting, upset. ... William woke up in the faint morning light, and his head was pounding. Memories of last night's drunken state echoed in his mind. He had called Linda, and she had answered. He had said everything he needed to say, and she had listened. However, he couldn't remember what she said afterward and only knew that there was no chance for them anymore. He rubbed his aching temples and got up to take a shower. ... Linda drove into the yard. As soon as she entered the house, she heard Lexi's voice. "Daddy, why isn't Mommy back yet? She didn't come home last night. Does she not love me anymore and not want me?" Lexi was showing signs of a tantrum. "Who's spreading such nonsense?" Hearing Linda's voice, Lexi immediately slid off the dining table and rushed into her arms. "Mommy!" "What's wrong?" Linda looked down to see tears welling up in Lexi's big, doe-like eyes. "O