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At Ethan’s words, Sophia’s eyes immediately welled up with tears. “But Dad, how long will Great–grandpa be staying?” 

Ethan took a moment to think. “Can’t say for sure. Maybe a week, maybe a month, or it could even be a year…” 

It was clear from Matthew’s attitude that he planned to live out his days at Ethan’s. 

Sophia wasn’t mad at Matthew. Instead, she fretted. “But Dad, what if I miss Nancy?” 

Ethan was at a loss but told her, “I’ll figure something out.” 

Even though Ethan hadn’t done anything yet, Sophia beamed at his promise. 

After Matthew went to rest, Ethan went upstairs with Sophia. Emily was left alone in the living room, looking a bit lost. 

But soon, she made her way up to the second floor. 

She opened the door to the room she used to share with Ethan. 

Flipping on the light, Emily was greeted by a soft palette of colors. 

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The bedding was a lovely lavender, the wardrobe and dressing table were pure white. 

Everything in sight was tinted in soft, muted hues. 

Despite the familiar layout, the room felt foreign. 

Back then, she’d picked black, white, and gray stuff to please Ethan. 

But now, it was all Nancy’s style. 

The room was full of Nancy’s things: a comb and skincare products on the dressing table, a medical book on the desk, an unused eye–mask by the pillow, and a pair of pink slippers by the bed. 

Ethan’s stuff was everywhere, too. 

Their things together made Emily’s mind wander to what they might get up to in this room. 

She and Ethan had shared moments here once, but now it was 

theirs. 

They must have tried a variety of sex positions here. 

Just as her thoughts were running wild, she heard footsteps. 

Looking back, she saw Ethan. “You’ll be staying at Joy Gardens 

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for a while,” he said quietly. 

Emily just listened, staying silent, 

Ethan didn’t push her. 

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After a brief silence, Ethan walked over to the wardrobe and opened it. It was jam–packed with colorful clothes, with only a small corner for his shirts and suits. 

Emily couldn’t help thinking of the past when she’d tried to mix their clothes, but the next day, either hers would disappear, or his would be taken out. 

Ethan rummaged through the clothes and pulled out a 

light–cyan pajamas. “This is Nancy’s. I’ve never seen her wear it, so it should be clean. You can use it tonight. I’ll have someone bring your stuff tomorrow,” he said, walking back to her. 

Although Emily knew the pajamas were nice, she didn’t take them. 

She tilted her face up, locking eyes with Ethan with a determined effort. Her voice laced with a tinge of accusation, she demanded, “So, Ethan, when are you gonna come clean to Grandpa about our impending divorce?” 

Ethan’s tone softened, taking on a pleading cadence. “Grandpa’s health is on the decline. It’s just not the right time.” 

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Emily heaved a weary sigh. “If you can’t find the guts to tell him, I will.” 

Instinctively, Ethan grasped her hand. “I promise, I’ll bring it up. when the moment is right. Just don’t mention it to him now. It’d break his heart.” 

Not wanting to cause Matthew any distress, Emily gently tugged at her hand. Once free, her voice turned frigid. “I’m sleeping in the guest room.” 

Ethan shot out his hand and caught her arm. “Stay here.” 

Letting him hold her, she stared up at him, her voice cold and detached. “Ethan, we’re practically divorced. Sleeping apart is the least we can do.” 

Reluctantly, Ethan released her. 

Without a backward glance, Emily spun on her heel and headed towards the guest room. 

The pajamas in Ethan’s hand? They were the last thing on her mind. 

As she passed Sophia’s bedroom, the half–open door let out a faint murmur of conversation. 

Curiosity getting the better of her, Emily pressed her ear against the crack. Sophia’s voice, tinged with annoyance, reached her. 

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“Mom’s home today. I’m not happy at all.” 

Those words felt like a knife to Emily’s heart. 

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She reminisced about the days when Sophia was a sweet, adorable little girl, always glued to her side. 

But now, the animosity in her daughter’s voice was palpable. 

With a heavy heart, Emily straightened up and continued on to the guest room. 

In a place that was familiar yet somehow felt foreign, she lay wide awake, unable to drift off to sleep. 

Unable to rest, Emily pulled out her phone and opened a video 

app. 

The first video that popped up was Nancy’s. 

This time, the setting was a bustling bar. As before, only the lower part of the man’s body was visible. 

After hitting the pause button, Emily’s eyes widened in surprise. The hand holding the glass didn’t belong to Ethan. Instead, it bore a striking resemblance to Alexander’s. 

There was a telltale scar on Alexander’s hand, and in the video, as the man clinked glasses, the scar on his hand became clearly visible. 

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The caption read: [Having a 6–foot–3 hunk by your side? It’s the best feeling ever.] 

Emily studied the video intently and finally confirmed it was Alexander. 

Just to be certain, she tiptoed into Ethan’s room. He was sound asleep, snoring softly. 

This solidified her belief that it was Alexander out with Nancy. 

After that single video, Emily lost all interest in scrolling. 

Finally, sleep claimed her, but it brought no peace. 

In her dream, Alexander climbed through the window once again. 

He approached the bed, lay down beside her, and wrapped his arms around her. 

Half–awake, Emily murmured, “Alexander?” 

A low, raspy voice whispered in her ear, “Dreaming of him, are you? Did you sleep with him in your dream? Why else are you squeezing your legs so tight?”