Chapter 500

Nadine looked at Brad's shocked face and added, "Now that you've realized my value, you want me to come home with you? I'm tired, Brad. I don't want to keep going in circles with you. Let's just get a divorce and be done with it." She'd been through a lot and learned that women needed to be independent. She learned that relying on a man for emotional or financial support was a mistake. That was the only way to avoid being looked down upon by men. Her career was taking off, and there was absolutely no reason to throw it all away for a love that wasn't worth a dime. No matter how good Brad was, she didn't want him anymore. With that, she walked away, leaving Brad staring after her retreating figure, his hopes dashed. Brad's eyes were bloodshot as he watched Nadine disappear into the distance. He clenched his fists and asked Adam indignantly, "Grandpa, I've asked her to come home with me. Why did she refuse?" Adam had been there the whole time, watching as Nadine turned down his grand