A Victorious Exit After Seven

Synopsis

Edward Stone's desires were immense. In our seven years of marriage, he drew me into his passion nearly every night. He professed he would love only me for his entire life, unwilling to let a child divide my affection. Yet, by chance, I discovered he'd already set up a love nest with his secretary—one where she was five months pregnant. Heartbroken, I confronted Edward in front of everyone. "How could you do this to me?" He carefully shielded his secretary in his arms, his expression one of pure irritation. "Lily," he scoffed, "who can you blame but yourself for your own barrenness? The Stone family cannot be left without an heir simply because of you." Everyone began to chime in, urging me to accept the child. As I watched him and Vivian Clark exchange a tender gaze, the last of my hope died. "If that is what you wish, I will not stand in your way.