Chapter 665

Less than a month into our relationship, I was busy renovating and decorating our future home. All I wanted was to build a life with her. She said she wanted security, so I put the property deed only in her name, whatever it took.

Jennifer said she wanted to save up for a house, and he agreed without hesitation. Even though they sold it later, back then, he was all in, doing everything to keep her happy, never wanting to see her upset.

He brought her to meet his family full of joy, and even when she spoke bluntly, embarrassing the elders and showing no tact, he still tried his best to understand her.

He remembered every step. Every moment left a mark. He couldn’t forget the night they first became one, the dreams they shared, or how deeply he wanted to treasure her forever. He kissed her hand and swore to love and care for her always.

His heart ached deeply for all that Jennifer had endured. None of it was her fault; she had suffered traumatic experiences as a child. Her blunt and straightforward nature, and the fact that her words could sometimes sting, shouldn’t be held against her.

Donald couldn’t bring himself to continue. The memories stabbed his heart like knives. Ever since Donald fell in love with Jennifer, he had eyes only for her.

“Donald, you’re scaring me. Is something wrong? What’s come over you today?” Jennifer asked warily, her face pale.

Donald’s reddened eyes locked onto Jennifer. He saw panic in hers; that same flicker of panic he’d seen yesterday when she faced Gary. She held Gary’s hand just like this, eyes full of fear and a hint of pleading.

For the very first time, Donald angrily shook Jennifer’s hand. Jennifer was stunned and involuntarily took a step back, staring at him in complete disbelief.

Donald took a deep breath to calm himself. “I want to ask you something. If you had to choose between family and love, which would you prioritize?”

Jennifer’s heart was racing. She thought, ‘Has he figured it out? No, Jennifer, don’t panic. Should I spill the beans about Mike now? That would just give it away.’

Jennifer forced a calm smile. “Since when have you become so bored that you’d ask such pointless questions?” she said, pretending to be composed.

Donald insisted, “I want to hear your answer.”

“There’s nothing to compare. You’re both important to me; whether it’s you or Teresa, you’re all people I care about deeply, and I’ll always be devoted to you,” Jennifer said.

Donald wondered, ‘Is she really sincere? Or is there something else behind it all?’

“Jennifer, have you been under a lot of stress lately?” Donald asked gently. “I know that even though we’re married, we both need our own space. But I think if you’re having any difficulties, or I mean, if someone’s coercing you or anything like that, you can actually tell me.”

“Who would even dare threaten me?” Jennifer retorted. “Donald, stop behaving like this. I don’t like it when you act this way. If you have something to say, just say it to my face.”

‘And what about you? Have you ever been straightforward with me? So what right do you have to demand that I be direct with you now?’ Donald thought. He said curtly, “I’m heading out.”

As Donald turned to leave, Jennifer clung to him from behind. Just like before, she was terrified of his leaving. “I don’t know what’s troubling you,” she pleaded, her voice trembling, “but my love for you is real. You’ll always love me too, won’t you?”

“I’m exhausted today. I need to get back to work,” Donald said flatly, prying her hands off him one finger at a time until she had no choice but to let go.

Jennifer stood there, stunned. She thought, ‘He used to always call me “darling” and say, “How could I ever leave you? I love you and I’ll never walk away.” But today, why is he acting like this? What on earth has changed?’

‘Could he have found out about Mike? No. This can’t be.’ Jennifer panicked. She spun around and rushed straight to Michael’s ward.