Chapter 464: Chapter 464

Chapter 464:

“Is your life going to be about a video game, or about us?” Bailee pressed, her expression tense. “What matters more to you, our marriage or your gaming? If you’d spent even a fraction of the energy you put into your games on our relationship, we wouldn’t be at this breaking point.”

Huey realized then that he had hardly made time in his packed schedule to address their ongoing issues, including securing their marriage certificate and the frequent conflicts with his mother. Whenever his mother called during work, he would put off the conversation until he finished his tasks, only returning her calls later.

“I married you because I love you and want to be with you for the rest of my life,” he said earnestly. “Sure, sometimes my work takes over, and we spend less time together, but I’ve always kept our relationship and family at the forefront.”

Bailee mulled over his words, but felt a cold weariness settle in her chest. “My conditions are simple. Either we attend together tonight, or we divorce.”

“No divorce!” Huey protested, leaping to his feet and wrapping his arms around her tightly. “Alright, alright, we’ll go together tonight. Please, don’t be upset. I realize I’ve been handling things poorly, especially since I didn’t expect my mom to visit your mom and let everything slip…”

“If she hadn’t told on you, would you have kept seeing that other woman behind my back?” Dodging Huey’s grasp, Bailee retorted, “This isn’t just about what happens in the end. It’s about how you handle things along the way.”

Even if their paths ultimately diverged, the sting of unreturned love was nothing compared to the relentless exhaustion and sorrow of an emotionally taxing relationship.

Huey opened his mouth to respond but then bit back his words.

“I’m listening now,” he said, his voice filled with regret. “Don’t worry. I know I’ve screwed up, and I promise to make changes. Your feelings will always be my priority.”

He had been the one to suggest marriage, driven by a spontaneous need to prove his love for Bailee. His intentions had been genuine, not merely a tactic to appease Winona. Divorce, however, had never crossed his mind.

Explore fresh tales at g aln ov el s ; com “We haven’t even eaten yet. How about we head to that restaurant you love in the suburbs? I can take you there right now.”

He reached for Bailee’s hand, trying to lift her from her seat, but she pulled away, disinterested.

“Forget it, I’ve lost my appetite.”

“But if we don’t go now, you’ll hardly eat anything, especially if you have to watch me dine with another woman. Could you handle that?” Huey coaxed.

Bailee’s expression darkened. “Are you planning to dine with her for long?”

Huey shook his head vigorously. “No, no, no. I just meant that after dinner tonight, we still have to talk things over with my mom, and that’s going to take a lot of time… Plus, I’m not sure how you’re feeling…”

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