Chapter 51

The principal said loudly, "Aaron's mother, express your love for your husband and say, 'Husband, I love you!'" Ruby was stunned to hear this. She thought, "Oh God! Is there a cure for regret?" The microphone was brought close to Ruby's mouth, but her mind went completely blank. She couldn’t gather the courage to say it! The small child standing next to her excitedly tugged at her pant leg and said, "Mommy, hurry up and express your love!" Ruby had no way out of this situation. She quickly said into the microphone, "Honey, I love you." She was about to step down from the stage when the principal's voice echoed again, "Please give Aaron's father a hug." Ruby’s mind went numb for a moment. Without thinking, she pulled Michael's hand around her waist, and in the next instant, she found herself pressed against his chest. The strong scent from Michael's chest seemed to take her breath away. A wave of applause echoed from the audience below. Ruby was stunned for a few seconds, then quickly p