Chapter 77

A Shameless Request I lay in bed and eventually fell asleep.

My nightmare consisted of Matthew and Melanie tormenting Ava and me.

I woke up crying but could not release my suppressed anger and frustration.

The chirps of birds and the morning sun gradually calmed my racing heart.

When I got dressed and went downstairs, I realized I hadn’t appreciated this place’s breathtaking beauty.

I knew I shouldn’t miss such a magnificent view.

It was already dawn when Atlas found me.

He observed my face with concern and asked, “Did you sleep well?” I smiled.

“I slept wonderfully! Thank you.” “Here we go again with the unnecessary thanks,” he said, taking my hand.

“Are you hungry? Let’s have breakfast.” Breakfast at this place was sumptuous, and I enjoyed it.

I needed all the energy I could get to face what lay ahead.

On our way back, Atlas reminded me, “Take care of yourself and don’t be too stubborn.” I was unsure what he meant by “stubborn,” but I did not inquire further.

It was my first time being out overnight with my phone off while Matthew was home.

Between the office and home, I chose the latter.

| did not want to face the looks of my colleagues right now.

Instead, I just wanted some peace for myself.

However, I was shocked when I entered the house.

All the members of the Murphy family had gathered here.

I felt quilty then as if I had done something shameful.

Matthew saw me enter and rushed over to grab my hand.

“Honey, you’re finally back! We couldn’t find you anywhere, and your phone was off.

Do you know how worried I was?” Although he spoke so sincerely, I wondered whether or not he was genuinely concerned about me.

All my uneasiness vanished upon seeing his expression.

I wanted to slap him but held back because I had not achieved my goal yet.

Were you really that concerned about me?” I looked at him Indifferently, removed my shoes, and walked be living room.

I glanced at everyone present and asked, “is something going on? It looks li ‘s bere, huh? Luder You’re the one who stayed out at night” Molande locked “You little–Melanie began.

“Enough, you two!” Matthew shouted.

“Honey, it’s good that you’re back.

I know you were angry yesterday.

Mel didn’t understand the situation and was worried because it didn’t look good for us.

I let my temper get the best of me, too.

Please don’t be mad at me anymore.

I forced a smile and glanced at Melanie, saying, “You don’t understand a thing, do you?” “Have some shame, will you?” Melanie would not back down.

She feared no one since her family was there.

*Shut your mouth! When will you ever change your ways?” Grace reprimanded Melanie, then turned to me.

“Chlo, we’re glad that you’re back.

We’re family, so I hope you can move past things.

“It’s my fault for not raising my son right.

It led him to make such a big mistake.

Still, he only did that for the sake of this family.

Sometimes, men need to put up an act for their careers, so you shouldn’t be too bothered by it.

I’ll apologize to you on his behalf.” I remained silent since I couldn’t disrespect my mother–in–law.

“Chlo, now that the situation has escalated, we hope you can forgive Matt.

Let us find a way to resolve this issue as a family,” Grace said.

“How can we do that?” I asked.

Grace looked at Matthew, who nervously approached me while rubbing his hands together.

“Honey, let’s face it together and celebrate our wedding anniversary in style.

We can invite all our business partners and make it a grand event.

“Of course…I still love you.

I’ve always wanted to host a party for you.

I’ve always felt guilty about not being able to organize a wedding back then.

We can take advantage of this- Do as you please.

I interrupted him.

His shamelessness had drained my energy, and I did not want to listen to him ramble on.

When I headed into the bedroom, I glanced at Melanie and noticed her lips twitching from anger When saw that look, I vowed to rile her up as much as possible.