Because my physical condition made pregnancy impossible, my mother-in-law, who had been desperate for a grandchild, grew increasingly dissatisfied with me.
In the past, Heinry would at least defend me, offering a few placating words to smooth things over. But now, his eyes were constantly drawn to Yvonne, brimming with an unmistakable longing he no longer bothered to hide.
Yvonne bounded over to him, latching onto his arm with practiced affection as she said coquettishly, "Uncle, did you bring me a gift?"
Heinry pinched her cheek affectionately. "Of course."
Twenty-eight luxurious and high-end designer dresses were wheeled in, each paired with an equally extravagant set of jewelry.
The twenty-eighth was Yvonne's age on this birthday.
Overjoyed, Yvonne planted a kiss on his cheek.
"Wow! Uncle, you really love me the most. These are all limited editions! But Uncle, you’re spending so much on me... What if some people get upset?"
Only then did Heinry seem to remember my presence. His gaze shifted awkwardly toward me and the shabby clothes I wore seemed even more glaring amidst the dazzling display of wealth.
In all our years together, Heinry had never once remembered my birthday. He had certainly never given me anything extravagant as these dresses and jewelry.
He looked at me awkwardly and reached out to take my hand, his tone full of hesitation, "Wendy, don’t think too much. I’m Yvonne’s uncle and I just…"
Before he could finish, Yvonne clutched her chest dramatically and frowned.
"Uncle, I feel... strange. My heart... My chest feels tight. Could it be... my heart condition acting up again?"
At once, Heinry dropped my hand as if it burned him. He turned to Yvonne, his expression etched with panic as he pulled her into his arms.
"What’s wrong? Why are you feeling like this all of a sudden? Does it hurt? No, I can’t take any risks. I need to check you immediately."
After finishing his words, Heinry lifted Yvonne into his arms in front of all the guests, carrying her upstairs without so much as a backward glance.
The relatives’ gazes filled with scorn as they turned their attention to me.
"No wonder Heinry would rather shower Yvonne with dresses and jewelry than spare even a single gift for her. A woman of such lowly origins doesn’t deserve to be the Spencer Family’s daughter-in-law, let alone enjoy fine things."
"If it weren’t for the fact that Heinry is her uncle by marriage, do you think he would’ve ever married her? Maybe she used her mother’s death to blackmail him into it. Shameless! She probably stepped on her own mother’s grave just to climb into wealth!"
The murmurs grew louder. My mother-in-law was clearly embarrassed and she did not hesitate to berate me.
"You’re such a disgrace! Why are you still standing there like an idiot? Get out of here! Haven’t you humiliated our family enough already?"
"It’s a miracle my son even agreed to operate on your good-for-nothing mother! She died because she wasn’t strong enough and now you dare to act ungrateful? Worse, you have the audacity to blackmail him? Shameless. Mark my words! Karma will catch up with you someday!"
My fists clenched tightly beneath my sleeves, but I forced a weak smile. Yes, meeting Heinry Spencer was my greatest punishment.
The thought of the divorce agreement tucked safely in my bag strengthened my resolve. Without a word, I turned and headed upstairs to find Heinry.
But on the second-floor balcony, there they were. Heinry and Yvonne were locked in an intimate embrace.
Yvonne leaned casually against the railing, her arms looped around his neck.
"Heinry, listen carefully. Does my heart still feel tight? Hmm?"
"Yvonne, we can’t..."
Heinry’s voice was strained, but his perfectly tailored trousers had already shown his true desire.
Yvonne took the initiative, her lips brushing his as she spoke seductively, "Don’t you want me? I know you do. I know your heart belongs only to me and mine to you. Even if you married someone else because of what society expects, your body is still mine. So let’s stop pretending... just this once…"
Heinry’s restraint crumbled. He seized Yvonne by the back of her head and kissed her hungrily.
The air filled with the sound of ripping fabric and an unbearable moan of ecstasy.
