Chapter 4

I stood at the doorway, unmoving.

I didn't budge.

I listened quietly to their conversation, keeping calm.

After a few seconds of silence, I heard Richard's voice, calm and detached.

Richard's tone was light, almost indifferent.

"She really cares about Leo, and that's exactly why I chose to marry her," he said. "Honestly, she's just like a free nanny to me."

I'd already guessed what he'd say.

But hearing it out loud still made my chest ache.

I tried to smile, but it felt hollow.

I took the warm milk I'd just made and quietly poured it down the sink.