Chapter 181

Wynnie froze in place, her expression indescribable. Maybe she thought her actions were justified but missed the most crucial point. Our relationship was no longer that of an ordinary couple; we were less than strangers. I ignored her and turned to leave. As I reached the door, I suddenly remembered this was Richard's hometown. I turned back, mockingly smiling, and said, "Ms. Jakeman, did you personally come to attend the summit because you had to? Or because this is Richard's hometown?" Her face turned ashen. Seeing her reaction, I couldn't help but think of myself. When Wynnie and I had just adopted Eve, I wanted to make her first birthday a grand affair to help her feel secure as our child. I had long prepared for Eve's birthday celebration with us. I knew Wynnie was busy with work and often didn't come home, so I communicated with her well in advance, hoping she could attend. Wynnie had agreed immediately, and I was full of joy. But on the birthday itself, we waited for a lon