Chapter 9
“Susan, even if you want to throw a tantrum, you can’t go too far! Not only did you leak that video, but you also blocked my number and found someone to act out this fake marriage. You’ve been so ruthless in everything, but I can let all this slide!”
Arthur pointed at Peter and said hoarsely, “I protected you in front of everyone else. I resisted peer pressure and objected to marrying Jenny. But here you are, trying on wedding dresses? Have you ever considered how I’d feel?”
I stared at Arthur icily.“Arthur, let me make it clear–I’m not throwing a tantrum! I really did marry Peter on the very same day I was supposed to marry you! You
behind without hesitation. From the moment you went looking for Jenny, we were over.”
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Arthur shook his head as he staggered backward. “All I did was leave you behind on that day, but you immediately married some other man?”
I suddenly chuckled. “You let the pregnant Jenny move into our home, and you even wanted me to raise that baby. You should’ve considered it from a different perspective. If I got pregnant with some other man’s baby, would you be willing to raise his child?”
Arthur paled instantly and quickly defended himself. “Susan, that’s not the same. You can’t just twist the concept! What happened between me and Jenny was an accident. The baby is innocent too. No matter what, you’re the one I love the most! On account of us being together for so long, can’t you just give in?”
I answered firmly, “Never! Didn’t you always say that I can be quite entitled? Well, just as you wish. Please leave. Don’t ever show up in front of me again.” My words seemed to pierce his heart. In the past, he always hated it whenever I mentioned the word “entitled“. But now, I had owned up to that behavior. Arthur’s eyes suddenly reddened. Just as I was about to walk away, he suddenly grabbed my wrist. “Susan, I was wrong! I swear that I’ll end things with Jenny. I don’t want the baby anymore!”
He continued anxiously, “File for a divorce from this man right now. We’ll get married right away! Now! Immediately!”
After hearing Arthur out, I was at a loss for words. Then, I laughed in exasperation at his shameless order.
Peter, who had been standing behind me in silence, could no longer hold himself back. His expression darkened as he gently pushed me into the fitting room. He whispered, “Wait here for me. Don’t come out.”
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Inodded obediently. Through the gap in curtains, I watched Peter tug at his tie. I couldn’t help but feel nervous for Arthur.
Outside, Peter sneered, “Arthur, do you think I’m a pushover? You actually asked my wife to divorce me while I was present.” Arthur got up grimly. “You simply got lucky because Susan’s throwing a tantrum with me. What’s there to be proud of?”
Suddenly, Peter’s voice turned sharp. “Eight years! I waited for her for eight whole years! I got to marry her in the end because I’m capable enough! But what about you? Susan sacrificed so much for you… Susan, who used to be so fearless before, cowered before your mother.
“She never did any chores while she was living in Parker Residence, yet she learned how to cook over 200 dishes for you! She even personally washed your shirts for you… But how did you repay her? You brought a mistress home and even tried to kick Susan out!”
sighed without realizing it. I never realized that to others, I behaved so meekly in front of Arthur.
The more Peter spoke, the more agitated he became. He took a deep breath and continued, “She sacrificed so much for you, but this is what she got in return. She deserves much better!”
Arthur was startled. “She told you all this? She even shared her private matters with you. Were you two already together before I knew-”
“You’re despicable!” Peter picked up an ashtray from the table and threw it in Arthur’s direction. Immediately, blood started trickling down Arthur’s forehead.
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